Job Description

Ranch Hand 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.

Essential Duties And 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

Qualifications:

• 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.

Experience & Education:

• Minimum of five (5) years of ranch working experience preferred
• Experience working with AI
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

Wage Range: $18-22/hour depending on experience

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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