Hired Hand - Hyannis Nebraska

Talent Solutions•Hyannis, NE

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Talent Solutions is partnering with Huffman Ranch to hire a Hired Hand for its established cow/calf operation near Hyannis, Nebraska. The ranch runs approximately 1,000 head of cows. The position offers considerable independence and includes living at a camp about five miles from headquarters. The camp has a barn and shop, and a work pickup and side by side are provided for ranch use. During summer, the hired hand looks after their own groups of cattle near the camp. Calving and other cattle work take place at the main ranch, where the crew meets at the shop each morning. The small crew is described as easygoing and respectful, and cattle work is done horseback. This remote opportunity may suit someone familiar with the Sandhills and a family who enjoys country living. Compensation is $4,000 to $4,500 per month, depending on experience. The package includes family housing with utilities, half a beef, workers’ compensation, a week of vacation, and use of a work pickup and side by side for ranch work. The ranch will feed up to three horses, allows up to two working dogs, and provides school bus service to Hyannis.

Requirements

Able to ride and work cattle horseback.
Cattle and calving experience.
Experience operating haying equipment.
Able to work independently and manage cattle independently.
Gets along well with others and works well on a small crew.
Easygoing and patient when working alongside crew members with different experience levels.
Comfortable living in a remote location.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in the Sandhills is preferred.

Responsibilities

Feed round bales with hay processors through the winter.
Check water and keep salt and mineral available.
Calve heifers in March and cows starting in mid-April.
Tag and vaccinate calves horseback during calving.
Build and repair fence and prepare summer range.
Assist with spring brandings.
Help AI heifers in June and turn out bulls in late June.
Look after assigned groups of cattle near the camp during summer.
Participate in putting up hay during summer.
Wean calves in the fall, trade help with neighbors, and administer second-round shots.
Doctor cattle as needed.
Work cattle horseback.