Ranch Hand- Maintenance/Fencing/Field & Hay Work

wildanimalsanctuary; Craig (CO); On-site; Full time

Job description

Wild Animal Horse Refuge

Ranch Hand - Maintenance/Fencing/Field & Hay Work

Location: Craig, CO 81625

Salary: $60,000 - $75,000 Exempt Full‑Time - Mid Level

Primary Function: Ranch Hand Laborer / Feeding / Maintenance / Field & Hay Work

Benefits: Medical, Dental, & Vision are offered after 60 days; 401K offered after 30 days

Director Supervisor: Executive Director / Horse Refuge Director

Organization Overview

Our Non‑Profit Organization has a positive mission and team environment.

If you have a strong work ethic, a passion to contribute to a great cause, then apply for our position today.

Our Refuge property has over 30,000 acres of beautiful free space for our wild mustangs to roam and continue to stay free located in Craig, CO.

We have 3 locations, as our Non‑Profit Organization is well established and our mission is to rescue and provide ample space for all of our animals. Please check out our main website at: https://shorturl.at/gAJU8.

Job Summary

Ranch Hand Laborer-Maintenance (Including Electrical‑Plumbing‑Construction Knowledge) / Fencing / Field & Hay Work / 70% Feeding / Animal Care Operation 10%. Perform other Job Duties as assigned 20%.

Heavy Equipment Knowledge/Experience is needed such as utilizing Road Grader, Tractors, Skid Loader, and Hay Equipment.

Married couples would be ideal as we would discuss one housing arrangement but can look for two separate individuals as well. Already located near Craig, CO is preferred.

We have two positions that we are seeking to fill. One is more ranch hand work, caring for the property, fence maintenance, field/hay work, and building gates/pens.

The other is being available to drive around and place eyes on herds, being available for scheduled tours, cleaning the rental house after visitors, and routinely taking pictures on property.

Both positions require security on property while communicating on a regular basis to direct supervisor.

Each position hired would have their own salary.

With the guidance and under supervision of the Executive Director and Horse Refuge Director, these positions will execute day to day functions regarding the herds/horses, feeding, water haul, food haul, diet and nutrition, driving around property with supplies, perform all duties in a safe manner while following company protocol, custodial, sustainability, and long‑term equipment care. Field and Hay work. Electrical and Plumbing. Construction background is preferred. Perform other related job duties as assigned.

Qualities

• Great attitude
• Attention to detail
• Strong work ethic
• Determination
• Positive attitude
• Honesty
• Belief in organization’s mission

Required / Other

• Valid State Driver’s License
• Able to lift 75 lbs or more
• Able to work as a team

As you can see, we are looking for people who possess strong foundational skills with an attitude to succeed. It’s incredibly important for each applicant to know in their heart they are truly ready to become part of something bigger than themselves and actually possess all of the core ingredients required.

If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding service opportunity with real purpose, you are special and we want to meet you!

Clear Focus

The above Job Description is intended to describe the general duties/nature of the level of work being performed. This Job Description is not to be constructed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, and skills required. Job Descriptions are somewhat fluid and will change depending on the Organization’s strategic direction and overall objectives accordingly.

Background Check Statement

Approval for Hiring is contingent upon successfully passing a background check prior to your Hiring/Acceptance/Offer. This background check does not report to any credit bureau and no impact will be seen on the applicant’s side. This process helps the Company screen for any past background experiences that pose a threat or a discrepancy to the Organization, as TWAS does not hire any violent offenders, or individuals that have been charged criminally involving endangering/threatening/hurting children and/or animals. By applying you are authorizing The Wild Animal Sanctuary to perform this background check.

EEOC Statement

Our Non‑Profit organization, "The Wild Animal Sanctuary" is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.