Ranch Hand

VIP Staffing; Willow City (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

VIP Staffing is seeking an Assistant Ranch Hand/Ranch Maintenance Assistant for a privately owned 800+ acre ranch near Willow City, TX. The role supports the Ranch Manager with property upkeep, animal care, and equipment operation on a full-time or part-time basis.

Ideal candidates will have 1–3 years of ranch or outdoor work experience, a valid Texas driver’s license, and enjoy hands-on outdoor work in a rural setting.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years ranch or farm experience required.
• Valid Texas driver’s license required.
• Experience operating tractors, skid steers, zero-turn mowers, UTVs or similar equipment is a plus.
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions and rural terrain.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Ranch Manager with daily ranch operations and property upkeep.
• Help support routine ranch property maintenance, including upkeep of pastures, grounds, roads, trails, gates, and common areas.
• Inspect fencing and assist with routine minor repairs using appropriate tools and established procedures.
• Assist with routine ranch animal and wildlife care, including feeding horses, longhorn cattle, and the ranch dog, filling wildlife feeders, and performing basic property checks.
• Safely operate ranch equipment used for routine property maintenance and ranch operations.
• Perform basic operator-level equipment upkeep, including inspections, cleaning, fueling, and routine maintenance tasks.
• Assist with light mowing, trimming, and vegetation management.
• Help maintain ranch buildings, structures, tools, and equipment.
• Complete seasonal projects and other duties as assigned based on ranch needs.

Skills

Ranch experience

Driver's license

Equipment operation

Outdoor work

Job description

Ranch Hand

Location

Willow City, TX

Position Type

Full-Time or Part-Time (Flexible for the Right Candidate)

Compensation

Competitive; Based on Experience

Experience Preferred

1–3 Years

About the Position

A privately owned 800+ acre ranch and wildlife property located on the scenic Willow City Loop in Gillespie County, Texas, is seeking a dependable Assistant Ranch Hand / Ranch Maintenance Assistant to support the Ranch Manager with routine property maintenance, animal care, equipment operation, and general ranch upkeep.

The ranch is home to white-tailed deer, exotic game, horses, longhorn cattle, and a ranch dog. This is a hands‑on support position for someone who enjoys working outdoors, takes pride in quality work, and appreciates the responsibility that comes with caring for a well‑maintained ranch property.

Because housing is not provided and scheduled weekend responsibilities are part of the position, candidates should reside within a reasonable commuting distance of Willow City, Texas.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assist the Ranch Manager with daily ranch operations and property upkeep.
• Help support routine ranch property maintenance, including upkeep of pastures, grounds, roads, trails, gates, and common areas.
• Inspect fencing and assist with routine minor repairs using appropriate tools and established procedures.
• Assist with routine ranch animal and wildlife care, including feeding horses, longhorn cattle, and the ranch dog, filling wildlife feeders, and performing basic property checks.
• Safely operate ranch equipment used for routine property maintenance and ranch operations.
• Perform basic operator-level equipment upkeep, including inspections, cleaning, fueling, and routine maintenance tasks.
• Assist with light mowing, trimming, and vegetation management.
• Help maintain ranch buildings, structures, tools, and equipment.
• Complete seasonal projects and other duties as assigned based on ranch needs.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of ranch or farm experience required; related experience in landscaping, construction, property maintenance, or similar outdoor work may be considered.
• Valid Texas driver’s license required.
• Experience operating tractors, skid steers, zero-turn mowers, UTVs, or similar equipment is a plus.
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions and rural terrain.
• Ability to safely perform physical tasks, including occasional lifting and carrying materials up to approximately 50 pounds.
• Dependable, punctual, organized, and able to take pride in quality work.
• Able to work independently after receiving direction.
• Willingness to learn ranch operations, equipment, and property management practices.
• Available for scheduled weekend animal care responsibilities on a rotating basis, typically every other weekend.
• Must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of the ranch.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for someone who enjoys working outdoors, takes pride in maintaining a quality property, and works well as part of a team. The ideal candidate is dependable, hardworking, detail-oriented, willing to learn, and interested in a long-term opportunity with a privately owned ranch where stewardship, responsibility, and pride of ownership are valued.

The duties described above represent the general nature and level of work expected for this position and are not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities. Duties may vary based on seasonal needs and ranch operations.

For more information please call 210-892-0564