What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cattle Show Barn Assistant position at BRC Ranch?
Location: BRC Ranch, Boling, Texas
Start Date: We are looking for the right fit for our team and are open to a flexible start date, with plans to have the position filled by April /May 2025.
Work Hours: Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and alternating weekends (approximately 2 weekends per month)
Position Overview:
BRC Ranch is seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable full-time Show Barn Assistant to join our team. The candidate will be responsible for the daily care and management of our show cattle, halter breaking, and participating in cattle shows and sales. This role is ideal for someone familiar with show cattle and eager to work in a hands-on, physically demanding environment.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Daily Care and Management:
- Feeding, watering, and washing show cattle (approximately 40 head of Brahman cattle)
- Halter-breaking and preparing cattle for shows
- Cleaning pens and maintaining cleanliness in the barn
- Show Preparation and Participation:
- Assisting with the preparation and travel to approximately 5 open shows per year
- Participating in the working crew at cattle shows
- Showing BRC cattle
- Assisting with picturing and videoing sale cattle and show cattle.
- Ranch Assistance:
- Assisting with general ranch tasks such as branding, weaning, and other livestock management activities
Position Requirements:
- Must have experience showing and managing show cattle.
- Ability to drive a cattle truck and trailer.
- Valid US drivers license.
- Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting up to 75 pounds
- Willingness to work outdoors in various weather conditions
- Strong work ethic, reliability, and ability to work independently as well as part of a team
- Flexibility to work beyond regular hours during major show and sale seasons
Salary and Benefits:
- $42,000 annual base salary bonus incentive options.
- 12 paid vacation days per year
- Health and dental insurance options available, with 50% paid by BRC Ranch and 50% paid by employee.
- Employee is responsible for their own housing.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development within a leading Brahman seedstock cattle operation
How to Apply: Apply online at https://brcbrands.com/apply-now/
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $42,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $42,000