Ranch Hand

Wilks Brothers, LLC; Cottonwood (ID); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical + Dental + Vision

401K + Company Match

Life Insurance + Long Term Disability

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Premium Discounts

Life Assistance Resources

Paid Holidays

PTO

On-site housing & vehicles

Job summary

Wilks Brothers, LLC in Idaho near Cottonwood seeks a reliable Ranch Hand to support daily ranch operations. This hands-on role involves cattle care, routine herd work, and maintaining fences, equipment, and facilities on a rural property.

The position offers long-term growth toward a Ranch Manager role based on performance. Candidates should have ranching or cattle experience, be physically fit for outdoor work, and own a horse (board provided).

Qualifications

• Previous ranching or cattle experience strongly preferred.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work in varying weather conditions.
• Working knowledge of livestock handling and basic animal health practices.
• Experience operating ranch equipment; mechanical tasks a plus.
• Candidates must provide their own horse(s); ranch provides boarding accommodations.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily care for livestock, with a primary focus on cattle, including feeding, watering, and monitoring overall health.
• Perform routine cattle work such as gathering, moving, sorting, branding, and medicating livestock.
• Assist with herd management activities, including seasonal work such as calving.
• Maintain and repair fences, gates, corrals, barns, and other ranch infrastructure.
• Operate ranch vehicles and equipment (e.g., trucks, tractors, ATVs) safely and efficiently.
• Observe and report signs of injury, illness, or distress in livestock.
• Perform general ranch upkeep, including grounds maintenance, facility repairs, and cleaning as needed.
• Follow all ranch safety protocols and operational procedures.

Skills

Cattle handling

Livestock health basics

Equipment operation

Physical stamina

Independence & teamwork

Job description

Company Information:

Wilks Ranch Texas, Ltd. is a top-of-the-line cattle operation boasting continued success as both commercial and registered AAA producers. Wilks Ranch has made a name for themselves based on their unmatched cattle performance and pristine genetics. Wilks Ranch is proud to look one step further and keep the end product in mind by constantly working towards producing a superior product that will result in increased production, higher quality performance, and overall improved customer satisfaction for our consumers and fellow ranchers.

Website:

https://www.wilksranch.com/

This position will be on site at our facility located near Cottonwood, ID.

We do not offer visa sponsorship for this position.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation Package
• Medical + Dental + Vision Coverage
• 401K + Company Match
• Life Insurance + Long Term Disability Coverage – 100% Company Paid
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Wellness Check Program - Insurance Premium Discounts
• Life Assistance Resources
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• On-site accommodations and work vehicles provided

Position Summary

We are seeking a reliable, hardworking Ranch Hand to support the daily operations of our ranch. This role involves hands-on “cowboy work” and is ideal for individuals—or a husband-and-wife team—who enjoy working outdoors, are experienced with cattle, and take pride in maintaining land, livestock, and equipment. This position offers the opportunity for long-term growth, with potential to transition into a Ranch Manager role based on performance and leadership capability.

Key Roles / Responsibilities

• Provide daily care for livestock, with a primary focus on cattle, including feeding, watering, and monitoring overall health
• Perform routine cattle work such as gathering, moving, sorting, branding, and medicating livestock
• Assist with herd management activities, including seasonal work such as calving
• Maintain and repair fences, gates, corrals, barns, and other ranch infrastructure
• Operate ranch vehicles and equipment (e.g., trucks, tractors, ATVs) safely and efficiently
• Observe and report signs of injury, illness, or distress in livestock
• Perform general ranch upkeep, including grounds maintenance, facility repairs, and cleaning as needed
• Follow all ranch safety protocols and operational procedures

Required Education, Experience, And Qualifications

• Previous ranching, farming, or cattle experience strongly preferred
• Demonstrated ability to perform physically demanding work in varying weather conditions
• Working knowledge of livestock handling and basic animal health practices
• Experience operating ranch equipment and performing basic mechanical tasks is a plus
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and attention to detail
• Candidates must provide their own horse(s); however, the ranch will provide boarding accommodations and cover routine upkeep costs for the horses

Working Conditions

• Bending, lifting, climbing, pushing, pulling, kneeling, sitting stand, walk, kneel, stoop, squat, pull, push, climb, crouch, crawl, talk, hear, and see and standing (occasionally) for long periods of time.
• The essential duties of this position require moderate to heavy lifting and carrying.
• Prolonged periods of sitting on a tractor or front end loader.
• Exposure to moderate noise levels, vibrations, and bright lights; and exposure to dust, fumes, and gases; and all climate types including hot and cold temperatures, humidity, rain, snow, etc.
• Able to wear common protective or safety equipment such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hearing protection, breathing protection, and hard hats when needed.
• Able to work under stressful conditions at times.
• React quickly using hands, fingers, or feet.=Must be able to move and lift to 40-pound wooden skid or pallet.
• Ability to travel throughout facility as required to conduct safety inspections.
• Must be able to comprehend and follow written and oral instructions.
• Must be able to complete tasks even with frequent interruptions.
• Must be able to use discretion and independent judgment as needed.
• Must be able to speak clearly on the phone and to fellow workers.

#WILKSBROTHERS

This job description should not be interpreted as an exhaustive list of responsibilities or as an employment agreement between the employer and the employee. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification and are subject to change as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. Any essential functions of this position will be evaluated as necessary should an employee/applicant be unable to perform the functions or requirements due to a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Reasonable accommodation for the specific disability will be made for the employee/applicant when possible.

I acknowledge that I have read and understand the description of this position and have had the opportunity to ask my supervisor about any points I did not understand. I hereby state that I can perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation. Wilks Brothers and affiliated companies does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies or fee based recruitment services. Recruitment agencies or recruitment services may contact [e-mail] for more information.