Working Foreman – Stack Rock Ranch

King Ranch® Institute for Ranch Management; Boise (ID); In loco; USD 50.000 - 70.000; Tempo pieno

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Stack Rock Ranch in Boise, ID seeks a Working Foreman to supervise cattle operations, maintenance, and daily ranch activities. The role demands hands-on leadership and strong knowledge of animal care, water systems, and irrigation.

You will coordinate with ownership, manage resources, and drive safety and efficiency on site. The candidate should bring vast experience in cattle operations, machinery repair, and sustainable ranch practices, with a focus on quality and long-term growth for the

Competenze

• Minimum 10 years in animal management, cattle-focused experience.
• Diagnose irrigation, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical issues and perform repairs.
• Maintain property and equipment with preventative maintenance schedules.
• Hands-on leadership with basic budgeting and cash flow awareness.
• Basic fabrication, welding, plumbing and mechanical repair skills.
• Knowledge of sustainable ranching and resource management.
• Familiarity with cattle, pasture management and water systems.
• Physically capable of demanding ranch tasks.

Mansioni

• Husbandry Management: oversee calving, treatments, castrating, weaning and herd health.
• Plan feed resources: manage hay and pasture to meet harvest and sales needs.
• Oversee maintenance of roads, fences, corrals, water systems and equipment.
• Lead daily ranch activities with direct accountability to ownership.
• Monitor pasture health, grazing rotations and irrigation options; prep annual budgets.
• Safely maintain equipment and commit to long-term ranch growth.
• Provide welcoming on-site presence to support brand growth and customer interaction.

Conoscenze

Animal management

Leadership

Maintenance skills

Systems repair

Pasture management

Cash flow basics

Fabrication/Welding

Safety awareness

Interpersonal skills

Computer literacy

Strumenti

Welding equipment

Farming equipment operation

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Position Title: Working Foreman

Name of Ranch/Business: Stack Rock Ranch

Location: Boise, ID

Position Description

We’re seeking a dedicated and experienced Working Foreman to oversee operations on nestled in the stunning foothills of Boise, Idaho.

About Us

Our small ranch is home to up to 300 breeding heifers and cows and embodies a commitment to safety, sustainability, stewardship, and the western way of life. We’re looking for a hands‑on foreman who will thrive in this beautiful and rewarding environment while fully embracing the ranch’s mission and long-term goals.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in animal management: primarily cattle with a background and understanding in equine management and basic understanding of standard ranch husbandry.
• Ability to diagnose irrigation, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical issues across the property and complete repairs and keep equipment in good maintenance and repair.
• Understanding and commitment to maintain property and equipment in a first-class manner in appearance and operation, and utilize preventative maintenance schedules.
• Strong hands‑on leadership and organizational skills with a basic understanding of cash flow.
• Basic fabrication, welding, plumbing/irrigation, and mechanical repair ability.
• Knowledge of sustainable ranching practices and resource management.
• Knowledge of garden and orchard care.
• Physical ability to perform the demanding tasks of ranching.
• Pleasant and adaptable interpersonal skills.
• Competency in basic computer programs and operations. Preferred
• Family preferred
• Prior experience managing a ranch and property.
• Familiarity with cattle, pasture management, and water systems.
• Basic veterinary skills.
• Basic understanding of inventory processes.
• Experience with welding, repairs of equipment, and operating common farming equipment.

Responsibilities

• Husbandry Management: Oversee cattle operations, including calving, medical treatments, castrating, weaning, branding, and herd health with associated management of other onsite livestock.
• Awareness and Planning: Monitor and manage ranch feed resources, including commodities, hay, and pasture grazing to facilitate and coordinate harvest and production and sales demands.
• Property Maintenance: Oversee and maintain ranch infrastructure, including roads, fences, corrals, water systems, and equipment in a first-class manner.
• Operational Leadership: Plan and execute daily ranch activities, coordinating with ranch staff as needed with direct accountability from ranch ownership.
• Resource Management: Monitor pasture health, manage grazing rotations, and ensure optimal use of the ranch’s natural resources; develop and present vision for increased irrigation options and use; develop and present annual budgets and follow basic protocols.
• Commitment to Safety and Excellence: Safely maintain equipment and fully invest in the success of the ranch and its programs, demonstrating dedication to its long-term vision and growth.
• Customer Service and Public Interaction: Maintain strong customer service experience and public interaction on behalf of ranch, welcoming attitude and presence on site for marketing brand growth and quality.

Ranch Contact:

Mike Forsythe

Contact Information

• Phone- [phone]
• Email- [e-mail]
• Website- https://stackrockranch.com
• Job Posting- Job-Posting-SRR-Working-Foreman-10-5-26.pdf