Ranch Hand

Agri Beef- Real Families, Great People, Exceptional Beef • Loomis, WA

2d • $18 - $22 • Onsite

About The Position

The Ranch Hand is responsible for completing daily operations at Agri Beef’s ranch in Loomis, WA, including monitoring and moving cattle. Their work enables day-to-day operation of the ranch. This position reports to the Ranch Manager.

Requirements

• Strong horse-riding ability/experience
• Keen ability to identify distressed cattle
• Knowledgeable in herding cattle
• Strong time management skills
• Must be able to work extended seasonal hours as needed
• Ability to repair ranch equipment, vehicles, and water systems
• Ability to perform basic welding and to use a cutting torch
• Must be able to work outdoors in all types of weather and conditions
• Must possess a valid driver’s license; CDL preferred but not required
• Work is of physical nature, generally requires employees to lift up to 100 pounds and walk extended distances.
• Minimum of five (5) years of ranch working experience preferred
• Experience working with AI
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

Responsibilities

• Monitor animal health
• Conduct equipment inspections
• Move cattle on horseback, roping and doctoring cattle as necessary
• Construct and maintain fence
• Operate and maintain equipment to feed cattle
• Operate and maintain haying equipment
• Operate and maintain irrigation equipment, including pivots and wheel lines
• Calve out cows and heifers
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment
• Maintain a positive attendance record by demonstrating consistent and punctual attendance on a regular basis
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Benefits

• Competitive benefit package offered for regular (non-temporary/seasonal) employees (and qualified dependents) working 30+ hours per week includes medical/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, long-term disability, 401k, PTO accrual up to 15 days per year, six (6) paid holidays annually, and three (3) floating holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED