What are the responsibilities and job description for the Grazing Unit Ranch Hand position at Parker Ranch Career Portal?
The Grazing Unit Ranch Hand requires the ability to sort, load and process cattle in a quiet and calm manner using low-stress handling techniques, perform routine maintenance and repairs of fence lines and water systems. The Ranch Hand must be passionate about the health, welfare, and humane treatment of our animals; Must be accepting of physical and mental challenges of livestock and the environmental working conditions; Must also be able to represent Parker Ranch through good citizenship, a strong work ethic, and responsible stewardship of our resources, which are the land, livestock and people of our community.
Requirements:Education Requirements: High school diploma or general education degree (GED);
Work Experience: Five or more years of ranch hand experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Valid Hawaii Driver’s License, with no restrictions: We are committed to providing safe working conditions on and off company property. Because job responsibilities require the operation of a company vehicle, continued employment is conditioned upon the ability to have a valid driver’s license with no restrictions, and proof of an acceptable and safe driving record.
Tools and Technology: Must be able to successfully operate and unassisted the following tools and equipment: All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV); 4x4 Pickup truck with livestock trailer with manual transmission; two-way radio; cell phone; Fence and plumbing tools; Other hand tools (i.e. wrenches, screwdrivers, chainsaws etc.); Animal health & biological tools syringes, brands, ear taggers, ear notchers, knives, masculators, dehorners & bolus apparatus, worming apparatus, vaccines, medications and other related tools
Computer skills: Basic Internet Navigation, Email, and Text