Student Beef Ranch Technician

OSU Rec Sports - Sport. Leadership. Wellness.; Corvallis (OR); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

OSU is seeking a part-time Student Technical Assistant for the Animal and Rangeland Sciences Department to support the Soap Creek Beef Ranch operations. Tasks include care of cattle, data collection, and ranch maintenance at the off-campus facility.

You will join a team and report to the ranch manager, with duties spanning feeding, animal health, and field logistics. Position requires current enrollment in a school program and compliance with OSU employment rules.

Qualifications

• Must be academically enrolled in a high school, community college, or university and pursuing a program or course of study.
• Must meet Academic Standing Requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible for employment.
• Must meet the applicable minimal enrollment standard.
• International students may be allowed to carry fewer hours and still be considered full-time by USCIS.
• Criminal history checks and vehicle-related checks are required for position qualification.
• Must have a valid driver's license and ability to operate university or personal vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Feeding, watering, and caring for the animals with a focus on health.
• Collaborate with the ranch manager, staff, and other student employees.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized environment for people and livestock.
• Perform facility upkeep for the main ranches and campus locations.
• Build and repair fences as needed.
• Assist with cattle management including calving, vaccinating, and doctoring.
• Assist with labs and research setup as required.
• Drive ATVs and farm equipment as needed.

Skills

Animal care

Fence repair

ATV operation

Team collaboration

Education

Enrollment in school

Job description

OSU is seeking a part-time Student Technical Assistant for the Animal and Rangeland Sciences Department to support the Soap Creek Beef Ranch operations. Tasks include care of cattle, data collection, and ranch maintenance at the off-campus facility.

You will join a team and report to the ranch manager, with duties spanning feeding, animal health, and field logistics. Position requires current enrollment in a school program and compliance with OSU employment rules.