What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ranch Hand position at FSHS Properties?
Job Overview
Join our dynamic ranch as a Ranch Hand. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work outdoors, care for livestock, operate farm machinery, and contribute to the overall health and productivity of the ranch. If you’re passionate about working outdoors, enjoy hands-on work, and thrive in a fast-paced setting, this position is perfect for you!
Duties
- Assist with daily animal care including feeding, cleaning kennels and watering.
- Operate and maintain farm machinery such as tractors, plows, zero turn mowers, and irrigation systems to ensure efficient land management.
- Manage heavy lifting tasks involving feed bags, livestock supplies, and equipment handling with proper safety procedures.
- Operate hand tools and power tools for maintenance, fencing, and general ranch upkeep.
- Support landscape activities by assisting with planting and watering.
- Handle cattle duties including roping, tagging and vaccinations as needed.
- Drive and back with all types of trailers attached including gooseneck trailer.
- Perform light construction, painting, and plumbing line repair.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in a farm or ranch setting is preferred. Will train the right candidate.
- Experienced in animal care and handling.
- Experienced with varying landscaping machinery.
- Physical ability for heavy lifting and outdoor work in varying weather conditions; comfort working with animals and farm environments. This role offers an engaging environment where your skills directly contribute to the success of our ranch operations.
- Proven experience welding.
- Experienced in small engine repair.
- Must be able to pass a background check and a drug test.
Pay: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour
Language:
- English (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Gainesville, TX 76240 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $20