Ranch/Feedlot Assistant (MZ-11289) – 1043051 Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT

Farmer Veteran Coalition; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing Available

Beef

Work Vehicle

Additional Benefits Negotiable

Job summary

Hansen Ag Placement seeks a Ranch Assistant to support a family-owned livestock and farming operation in South Dakota. The role focuses on daily feed wagon operations, cattle handling, and general ranch duties in a hands-on environment.

Ideal candidates will have feedlot experience, the ability to run equipment independently, and a strong work ethic. This is a long-term position with opportunities to grow and contribute directly to daily operations.

Qualifications

• Feedlot and cattle handling experience required.
• Ability to run feed equipment independently.
• Comfortable driving trucks and operating machinery.
• Strong work ethic and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Operate feed wagon (NDE mixers, Case IH tractors)
• Daily feeding and monitoring of cattle health and performance
• Sorting, processing, and handling livestock
• Drive trucks (non-CDL) for hauling feed, hay, manure, and materials
• Maintain feedlot pens: scraping, manure handling and pen upkeep
• Assist with general ranch and farming duties as needed

Skills

Feedlot experience

Cattle handling

Truck driving

Machinery operation

Strong work ethic

Job description

PLEASE NOTE: We will not reply if your resume does not meet position requirements. Please understand your education and experience must match our job listings for you to be considered. You must be a U.S. Citizen or a Permanent Resident to be considered for any U.S. positions.?There is NO closing date on this position.? This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.?Hansen Ag Placement is seeking a Ranch Assistant for a progressive, family-owned livestock and farming operation in South Dakota to support daily operations across a diversified cattle and crop enterprise. This role is ideal for someone with strong feedlot experience who is looking for a long-term opportunity with potential to grow into more responsibility over time.?Hourly rate starting at $25/hour and up DOE?Key Responsibilities:- Operate feed wagon (NDE mixers, Case IH tractors)- Daily feeding and monitoring of cattle health and performance- Sorting, processing, and handling livestock- Drive trucks (non-CDL) for hauling feed, hay, manure, and materials- Maintain feedlot pens: scraping (dozer/box blade), manure handling and pen upkeep- Assist with general ranch and farming duties as neededRequired:- Feedlot and cattle handling experience- Ability to run feed equipment independently- Comfortable driving trucks and operating machinery- Strong work ethic and reliabilityPreferred:- Background in both livestock and row crop operations?This is a small, family-run operation, not a corporate feedyard. You will work directly with the owners daily, and success in this role depends heavily on:- Positive attitude and strong character- Ability to work closely with a family- Long-term mindset (not a short-term or seasonal role)- Willingness to step in wherever needed?Best fit candidates:- Looking to settle into a stable, long-term position- Value rural lifestyle and independence- Take pride in their work beyond ?clocking hours??Why This Opportunity:- Step into a key role with immediate impact- Work directly with ownership?your effort is seen and valued- Opportunity to grow with an expanding operation?Bottom Line. If you?re someone who can run a feed wagon, handle cattle, and wants more than just a job, this is a chance to become a trusted part of a growing operation.?Benefits:Housing Available, ? Beef, Work Vehicle, Additional Benefits Negotiable??ALL INQUIRIES ARE KEPT CONFIDENTIAL. NO FEES TO APPLICANTS.If you feel that you are not a candidate for this position, but know someone who is, we do offer a Referral Bonus if we place your referral into this position.