Ranch Cowboy: Livestock Care & Field Ops + Housing

AgReserves, Inc.; Florida; On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company housing

Tack & tool allowance

Personal horse incentives

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Deseret Cattle & Citrus is hiring an experienced Cowboy to join our ranch team. The Cowboy will support day-to-day livestock operations under supervision, performing routine animal care and land management tasks in an outdoor setting.

Responsibilities include feeding, monitoring herd health, assisting with cattle handling, and maintaining fenced pastures. Prior cattle experience and ability to work independently are preferred, with safety as a priority.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; post-secondary education in animal science, agriculture, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 1–2 years of hands-on cattle care, herd management, or livestock operations.
• Basic understanding of cattle nutrition, health, and development phases.
• Capable of performing essential animal husbandry procedures listed in responsibilities.
• Ability to operate basic farm equipment and perform routine maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily cattle care including feeding, watering, and monitoring herd health.
• Maintain water access, pasture fencing, and forage management to meet nutritional goals.
• Observe livestock for signs of injury or illness and report concerns promptly.
• Support cattle handling activities such as rotating, gathering, sorting, branding, and shipping.
• Support pasture and land maintenance, fence repair, water checks, and equipment upkeep.
• Maintain a safe working environment following all safety policies and procedures.
• Complete assigned tasks accurately and timely under supervision.
• Assist other team members to meet operational goals.

Skills

Effective communication

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Post-secondary education in animal science or agriculture

Tools

Vaccination

Dehorning

Branding

Blood sampling

Job description

Deseret Cattle & Citrus is hiring an experienced Cowboy to join our ranch team. The Cowboy will support day-to-day livestock operations under supervision, performing routine animal care and land management tasks in an outdoor setting.

Responsibilities include feeding, monitoring herd health, assisting with cattle handling, and maintaining fenced pastures. Prior cattle experience and ability to work independently are preferred, with safety as a priority.