Ranch Hand

AG4 Haulers; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

AG4 Haulers in San Antonio, TX seeks an experienced Ranch Hand for a family ranch. This hands-on role includes daily care of cattle and horses, and regular updates via a mobile app. Schedule is Thursday–Monday with 9 hours per day for 40 hours per week.

Responsibilities include barn and stable maintenance, monitoring animal health, loading/moving cattle, and keeping pastures, fences, and equipment in good condition. Must work outdoors in various weather.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with cattle and/or horses.
• Ability to safely handle large animals.
• Knowledge of barn and stable operations.
• Smartphone capable for photo/video updates.

Responsibilities

• Daily care and feeding of cattle and horses.
• Barn and stable maintenance and repairs.
• Monitor animal health and report issues.
• Assist with loading, moving, and sorting cattle.
• Maintain pastures, fencing, and water systems.
• Send status updates via mobile app.
• Keep grounds clean and orderly.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.
• Help clean trucks at the truck yard.

Skills

Cattle handling

Horse handling

Animal health monitoring

Outdoor work

Reliability

Job description

RANCH HAND — San Antonio, TX - 78222Full-Time | Thursday–Monday | 9 Hours/DayWe are looking for an experienced Ranch Hand to join our family ranch in San Antonio, TX. This is a hands-on role working directly with cattle and horses in a traditional ranch environment. The right person takes pride in their animals, communicates proactively, and keeps the family informed with regular updates.Schedule:Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday — ONTuesday & Wednesday — OFF9 hours/day with 1-hour paid lunchTotal: 40 hours/weekResponsibilities:Daily care and feeding of cattle (bulls and cows) and horsesBarn and stable maintenance: cleaning, bedding, mucking, repairs, organizationMonitor animal health: identify illness, injury, or behavioral changes and report immediatelyAssist with loading, moving, and sorting cattle as neededBasic horse handling: grooming, feeding, turnout, and stall careMaintain pastures, fencing, water systems, and equipmentSend daily or as-needed status updates via mobile app: photos and short videos of animals, facilities, and any issuesKeep grounds and facilities clean and orderlyWork independently and manage daily tasks without constant supervisionHelp clean trucks at the truck yardHelp maintain the yard and keeping it cleaned upRequirements:Proven hands-on experience with cattle (bulls and cows) and/or horsesComfortable and confident handling large animals safelyKnowledge of barn and stable operationsSmartphone required: must be comfortable sending photos, short videos, and text updates through a mobile appReliable, physically fit, able to work outdoors in all weatherSelf-motivated and dependable, livestock care does not stopValid driver's license preferredWhat We're Looking For:This is a family ranch. We want someone who treats these animals like their own, communicates openly, and keeps us in the loop without being asked. If something is wrong with an animal, we want to know immediately : not at the end of the day.Compensation:Competitive pay based on experienceStable, consistent schedule: same days every week