Ranch Operations Lead: Outdoor Crew Supervisor

Thompson Thrift; Paris (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Thompson Thrift is seeking a dependable Ranch Labor Foreman to oversee landscape, farm, grounds, and property operations across a 1,000+ acre ranch. This hands-on leadership role requires experience leading outdoor crews, operating heavy equipment, and maintaining large rural properties while ensuring safety and efficiency.

You will coordinate daily priorities, supervise equipment operation, and drive continuous improvement across ranch maintenance projects with a focus on teamwork and sound

Qualifications

• 10+ years ranch/landscape ops experience.
• Experience leading field crews.
• Ability to operate tractors, skid steers, loaders.
• Strong safety and quality focus.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily ranch operations and crews.
• Coordinate landscape and grounds maintenance tasks.
• Operate heavy equipment safely and efficiently.
• Oversee material movement and project site work.
• Ensure safety standards and regulatory compliance.
• Coach crew members and promote teamwork.

Skills

Leadership

Heavy equipment

Crew supervision

Safety

Tools

Tractors

Skid steers

Loaders

Backhoes

Job description

Thompson Thrift is seeking a dependable Ranch Labor Foreman to oversee landscape, farm, grounds, and property operations across a 1,000+ acre ranch. This hands-on leadership role requires experience leading outdoor crews, operating heavy equipment, and maintaining large rural properties while ensuring safety and efficiency.

You will coordinate daily priorities, supervise equipment operation, and drive continuous improvement across ranch maintenance projects with a focus on teamwork and sound