What are the responsibilities and job description for the Farm and Ranch Hand position at Bavaria Equine & Oddities?
Job Summary
We are a family owned and operated horse boarding and training facility. We are in our second year of operation and are still putting the facility together. In an effort to expedite this endeavor, we are looking to add one employee to our maintenance and construction team! This role requires a strong work ethic, physical fitness, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Livestock knowledge is not a necessity, but construction experience is a must!
Duties
- Operate heavy equipment safely and efficiently for various ranch tasks.
- Perform routine maintenance and repairs on ranch equipment to ensure optimal functionality.
- Utilize hand tools effectively for various tasks around the ranch.
- Conduct regular inspections of fences, barns, and other structures to ensure safety and functionality.
- Engage in heavy lifting as needed for transporting feed, supplies, or equipment.
Skills
- Experience with skid steer operation is essential.
- Experience pulling and backing trailers is necessary.
- Familiarity with hand power tools and their proper use is necessary.
- Capability to perform heavy lifting tasks consistently throughout the workday.
- Mechanical knowledge is beneficial for troubleshooting equipment issues.
- Experience in maintaining equipment to ensure longevity and reliability.
Specific job examples
- Building hot wire, barbed wire, and pipe fence
- Building livestock shelters including pipe and tin roofs with gutters
- Pouring cement slabs
- Loading and unloading feed, equipment, and building materials
- Hanging gates
- Leveling and brush hogging building sites
- Troubleshooting equipment malfunctions
Join us in this rewarding role where you can contribute to the success of our ranch while developing your skills in a dynamic environment!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 10 – 30 per week
Schedule:
- Day shift
- No weekends
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Ability to Commute:
- Cisco, TX 76437 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Cisco, TX 76437: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $20