Ranch Grounds & Maintenance Technician

Family-Residences-and-Essential-Enterprises,-Inc; Middle Island (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Family-Residences-and-Essential-Enterprises,-Inc is seeking a Ranch Assistant – Maintenance & Support to maintain the ranch grounds, operate trucks and power equipment, and support daily operations outdoors.

This in-person role requires physical stamina, the ability to work weekends and evenings, and a valid driver’s license. Training is provided, and you will join a team focused on safety, reliability, and quality.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 1 year of groundskeeping or maintenance experience on a farm, ranch, or stable.
• Training provided; not required to have specialized licenses.
• Knowledge of operating trucks, trailers, and power equipment safely.
• Fluency in spoken and written English; good communication.
• Valid driver’s license; eligibility to be an agency driver.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather; weekends/holidays/evenings may be required.

Responsibilities

• Perform weekly ranch grounds maintenance (mowing, trimming, weeding, edging).
• Apply fertilizers, pruning, and herbicide/pesticide applications.
• Perform spring and fall cleanups.
• Assist in snow removal, painting, and other maintenance projects.
• Maintain power equipment (oil changes, filters, etc.).
• Keep tools, equipment, and storage area organized and safe.
• Inspect and maintain vehicles (inspections, oil changes).
• Operate all ranch machinery and vehicles safely.
• Wear appropriate protective gear.
• Use tractor to move furniture and items as needed.
• Clean horse facilities and muck management.
• Complete required documentation timely and accurately.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety awareness

English skills

Communication skills

Organization

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Power equipment operation

Trucks and trailers

Job description

Family-Residences-and-Essential-Enterprises,-Inc is seeking a Ranch Assistant – Maintenance & Support to maintain the ranch grounds, operate trucks and power equipment, and support daily operations outdoors.

This in-person role requires physical stamina, the ability to work weekends and evenings, and a valid driver’s license. Training is provided, and you will join a team focused on safety, reliability, and quality.