Ranch Hand

Agri Beef Co.; Loomis (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401k

PTO accrual up to 15 days per year

Paid holidays

Job summary

A ranching company in California is seeking a Ranch Hand to perform daily operations at their ranch. The successful candidate will monitor animal health, conduct equipment inspections, and move cattle as necessary. Strong horse-riding skills and the ability to perform physical labor are essential. A competitive benefits package is offered for regular employees working 30+ hours per week, including medical insurance, 401k, and paid holidays.

Qualifications

• Strong horse-riding ability and experience.
• Ability to work extended seasonal hours as needed.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license; CDL preferred but not required.
• Ability to repair ranch equipment, vehicles, and water systems.
• Ability to perform basic welding and to use a cutting torch.
• Must be able to work outdoors in all types of weather and conditions.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license; CDL preferred but not required.
• Work is of physical nature, generally requires employees to lift up to 100 pounds and walk extended distances.

Responsibilities

• Monitor animal health and conduct equipment inspections.
• Move cattle on horseback, roping and doctoring as necessary.
• Operate and maintain irrigation and haying equipment.
• Construct and maintain fence
• Operate and maintain equipment to feed cattle
• Operate and maintain haying equipment
• Operate and maintain irrigation equipment, including pivots and wheel lines
• Calve out cows and heifers
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment
• Maintain a positive attendance record by demonstrating consistent and punctual attendance on a regular basis
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Skills

Horse riding ability

Identifying distressed cattle

Repairing ranch equipment

Basic welding skills

Physical fitness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Welding and cutting torch

Water systems repair

Ranch equipment repair

Job description

The Ranch Hand is responsible for completing daily operations at Agri Beef’s ranch in Loomis, WA, including monitoring and moving cattle. Their work enables day-to-day operation of the ranch. This position reports to the Ranch Manager.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Monitor animal health
• Conduct equipment inspections
• Move cattle on horseback, roping and doctoring cattle as necessary
• Construct and maintain fence
• Operate and maintain equipment to feed cattle
• Operate and maintain haying equipment
• Operate and maintain irrigation equipment, including pivots and wheel lines
• Calve out cows and heifers
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment
• Maintain a positive attendance record by demonstrating consistent and punctual attendance on a regular basis
• Perform other related duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong horse-riding ability/experience
• Keen ability to identify distressed cattle
• Must be able to work extended seasonal hours as needed
• Ability to repair ranch equipment, vehicles, and water systems
• Ability to perform basic welding and to use a cutting torch
• Must be able to work outdoors in all types of weather and conditions
• Must possess a valid driver’s license; CDL preferred but not required
• Work is of physical nature, generally requires employees to lift up to 100 pounds and walk extended distances.

EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION:

• Minimum of five (5) years of ranch working experience preferred
• Experience working with AI
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

BENEFITS:

Competitive benefit package offered for regular (non-temporary/seasonal) employees (and qualified dependents) working 30+ hours per week includes medical/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, long-term disability, 401k, PTO accrual up to 15 days per year, six (6) paid holidays annually, and three (3) floating holidays.

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