Ranch Operations Lead - Maintenance & Livestock

Nisqually Indian Tribe; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Nisqually Indian Tribe invites applications for a Ranch Foreman to direct and coordinate maintenance, training, and supervision of Ranch Hands. The role supports day-to-day operations when the Ranch Manager is off-site, ensuring safety, confidentiality, and strong customer relations.

The position requires leadership, ability to work in varied weather, and hands-on management of livestock, equipment, and facilities. Compensation is hourly with on-site work at Nisqually facilities.

Qualifications

• 5 years of recent experience performing related farm, ranch, or animal husbandry work.
• Must have experience running ranch equipment such as UTVs, Quads, Ranch Trucks, Tractors.
• Must possess a valid Washington State Driver's license and maintain a driving record that meets requirements.
• Successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Maintain ranch infrastructures such as fences, ponds, roads, corals, water systems, and buildings including construction, repair, and maintenance.
• Oversee ranch projects.
• Supervise Ranch Hands and provide mentorship and opportunities for growth.
• Ranch beautification and projects including lawn mowing, weed eating, barn cleaning, vehicle cleaning.
• Maintenance and upkeep of ranch equipment, vehicles, and facilities.
• Heavy equipment operation and maintenance (tractors, skid steers, backhoes).
• Game management – manage feeders, stands, and improve forestry, natural areas, and water projects.
• Ensure protection of animals in extreme weather conditions.
• Monitor cattle herds by performing visual inspections of the cattle, food, and water sources.
• Feed, tag animals per schedule.
• Rotate pastures and ranging process.
• Raising and birthing of livestock.
• Support cattle and hay operations per leases requirements.
• Verify and ensure all feeders are properly filled and maintained.
• Monitor health of animals, address issues, and contact veterinary services as needed.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Strong communication skills

Ability to work in all weather

Job description

Nisqually Indian Tribe invites applications for a Ranch Foreman to direct and coordinate maintenance, training, and supervision of Ranch Hands. The role supports day-to-day operations when the Ranch Manager is off-site, ensuring safety, confidentiality, and strong customer relations.

The position requires leadership, ability to work in varied weather, and hands-on management of livestock, equipment, and facilities. Compensation is hourly with on-site work at Nisqually facilities.