Ranch Hand: Livestock Care & Property Maintenance

Laurel Springs Ranch; California (MO); On-site; USD 24,796 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

Laurel Springs Ranch in California is seeking a hands-on Ranch Hand to support daily animal care and land maintenance. This outdoors role requires stamina, reliability, and a passion for working with animals in a working livestock setting.

You will feed, monitor health, assist with basic veterinary tasks, and help move livestock across pastures while maintaining clean facilities and equipment. Weekend availability is required, with immediate start and ongoing growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Prior experience working with livestock such as chickens, goats or cows.
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions year-round.
• Physically able to perform demanding manual labor including lifting 50+ lbs.
• Valid California driver's license and ability to operate ranch vehicles.
• Willingness to work early mornings, weekends and holidays as animals require.
• Bilingual English/Spanish a plus but not required.
• Prior ranch or farm experience preferred; motivated beginners may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Feed, water, and monitor all livestock daily including chickens, goats, cows, dogs, and other animals.
• Observe animal health and behavior; report signs of illness or distress to management.
• Assist with basic veterinary care including medications, vaccinations, and treatments.
• Assist with breeding, birthing, and raising young animals as needed.
• Maintain clean living conditions - muck stalls, pens, and pastures regularly.
• Move and rotate livestock between pastures and holding areas.
• Maintain feed and supply inventory; notify management when restocking is needed.
• Maintain fencing, gates, corrals, and animal enclosures - inspect and repair as needed.
• Operate ranch equipment including tractors, ATVs, and hand tools.
• Maintain pastures including mowing, clearing brush, and monitoring grazing conditions.
• Assist with irrigation maintenance and water trough upkeep.
• Keep barns, outbuildings, and common areas clean and organized.
• Assist with hauling, loading, and unloading feed, hay, and supplies.
• Perform general property maintenance and support other ranch operations as directed.

Skills

Livestock care

Outdoor work

Physical stamina

Reliability

Bilingual English/Spanish

Job description

Laurel Springs Ranch in California is seeking a hands-on Ranch Hand to support daily animal care and land maintenance. This outdoors role requires stamina, reliability, and a passion for working with animals in a working livestock setting.

You will feed, monitor health, assist with basic veterinary tasks, and help move livestock across pastures while maintaining clean facilities and equipment. Weekend availability is required, with immediate start and ongoing growth opportunities.