Ranch Hand/General Labor

Job Type: Full-Time or Part-Time Schedule: Day shift, flexible as needed Work Location: In person – Private Homestead / Ranch Pay: Competitive, based on experience We are seeking a reliable, skilled Ranch Hand / General Laborer to support our private homestead and working ranch. This role is ideal for someone who is highly handy, mechanically inclined, and experienced with animals. Our ranch is also our home, and our animals are family—trust, integrity, and respect are essential. This position involves hands-on work with livestock, farm equipment, repairs, and general property maintenance. The right candidate will be proactive, dependable, and comfortable working independently in a rural, outdoor environment. Responsibilities • Perform daily animal care, including feeding, watering, grooming, and health observation • Safely handle livestock and horses (equine experience preferred) • Operate and maintain tractors, forklifts, irrigation systems, and other farm equipment • Conduct general repairs and preventative maintenance using hand tools and power tools • Perform welding, fencing repairs, and gate installation as needed • Assist with irrigation, greenhouse, and horticulture tasks • Lift and move feed bags, hay bales, supplies, and equipment • Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas • Assist or supervise seasonal or additional labor when necessary Qualifications • Previous ranch, farm, or livestock experience preferred • Strong mechanical aptitude and repair skills • Comfortable operating heavy equipment and power tools • Welding experience strongly preferred • Knowledge of irrigation systems and basic farm infrastructure • Physically capable of heavy lifting and outdoor labor in varying weather conditions • Basic math skills for measurements and equipment use • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision • High level of integrity, reliability, and respect for a private family property Skills • Ranch Hand • Farm Labor • Livestock Care • Animal Husbandry • Equine Care • Tractor Operation • Welding • Fencing • Heavy Equipment • Mechanical Repair • General Maintenance • Irrigation Systems • Greenhouse / Horticulture • Physical Labor Why Work With Us • Private, non-commercial homestead environment • Meaningful work caring for animals treated like family • Variety of tasks—no repetitive factory-style work • Respect, trust, and appreciation for quality workmanship • Opportunity for long-term stability with the right fit How to Apply Apply through Indeed with a brief summary of your experience. Candidates with hands-on ranch, mechanical, or animal care backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. Pay: $10.00 - $20.00 per hour Expected hours: No more than 40.0 per week Work Location: In person