What are the responsibilities and job description for the Live In - Ranch Caretaker / Ranch-Stable Hand position at Bend Oregon Ranch?
Small newer 1bd/1ba apartment with washer/dryer, 1 carport, and utilities paid, is included. This position is NOT suited for a family as the apartment is small and not childproof. Apartment pets must be approved. No applicant ranch animals at this time.
This is not a 9-5 job. Applicant must be ok with working variable days. Owners travel often, but are NOT absentee owners. This position does not have every weekend off, nor do days off always fall on a weekend. However, actual weekly work is roughly 40hrs.
A qualified applicant will be respectful of apartment, ranch property, animals, other employees and visitors at all times. Trust, dependability and communication is the crux of this position.
This is a privately owned 60acre ranch. The job can be labor intensive. A qualified applicant MUST be able to lift 50lb feed bags and bales of hay regularly. The applicant must be reliable, dependable, and have a good attitude towards the job. The applicant must enjoy all animals (horses, goats, chickens, burros) and caring for them in all aspects. A qualified applicant will respect the manner in which the owner directs care to be done.
A qualified applicant should be able to work the same when owners are on the ranch as well as when they are off the ranch. The applicant should be flexible. The applicant should be able to stay on job tasks, despite distractions, and be a self starter.
General duties include: Irrigation of pastures/crops (pivots, pods, handlines, drip system); Feeding, Watering Cleaning, and Care for Ranch Animals; Maintain ranch supplies and order/purchase prior to running out; Fuel up and maintain ranch vehicles; Monitor ranch for broken pipes, leaks, predators, trespassers and other safety and security issues; Bring mail and packages in daily; Maintain Ranch tidiness/cleanliness/safety; Regularly maintain arenas; Manage outside contractors/maintenance folks while on premises; Manage all aspects of winter care, preparation, and maintenance; Trash and recycling; Maintain varmint/rodent traps; Communicate regularly and often with owners; Additional duties will be added and modified. THIS IS NOT A HORSE BACK RIDING POSITION
As this is a Live In position, a qualified candidate will live in a manner that is acceptable to Owners. Illegal drug use, or abuse of any substance is not permitted.
This position suits the following situations well: Individuals wanting to learn about ranch animal care; individuals getting on their feet and need living accommodations, stable employment and consistent pay; couples without children who are saving up and need included housing.
Please do NOT call.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $2,000.00 per month
Application Question(s):
- Do you have a clean driving record?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: One location