Ranch Hand, AU Ranches

Barrick Gold Corporation • United States,

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Ranch Hand works within the livestock division of Nevada Gold Mines’ agricultural operations, maintaining ranch infrastructure and supporting irrigation and livestock production. The work includes operating irrigation systems and pivots; feeding, handling, and caring for livestock; pumping livestock wells; repairing fences and other infrastructure; rebuilding as needed; and operating ranch equipment. The role also involves road blading, checking water and fences, and assisting with livestock activities such as branding, vaccinating, shipping, and weaning.

The position splits time between multiple ranch locations between Carlin and Battle Mountain, Nevada. The candidate may work independently in remote locations or as part of a team to complete tasks on time and within budget. The successful candidate must be able to live on the ranch, likely near Carlin, Nevada, and perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Ranching, construction, and/or pivot irrigation experience.
• Basic knowledge of farming, including pivot and flood irrigation operations, hay farm operations, rangelands, and/or rangeland livestock operations.
• Basic mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment located on the ranches.
• Valid Nevada driver’s license.
• Ability to work independently and stay self-motivated in remote locations.
• Ability to work in all climate conditions, including high-allergy conditions.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds or more.
• Ability to live on the ranch, likely near Carlin, Nevada.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to weld.
• CDL.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and operate irrigation systems, including pivot irrigation.
• Feed, handle, and care for livestock.
• Pump livestock wells and check water supplies.
• Repair and maintain fences, buildings, corrals, irrigation infrastructure, and other ranch infrastructure.
• Operate ranch equipment, including backhoes, loaders, telehandlers, pickups, and tractors.
• Blade roads.
• Check fences and water.
• Assist with livestock activities such as branding, vaccinating, shipping, and weaning.
• Work independently or with a team to complete assigned tasks on time and within budget.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive compensation package including bonuses, benefits, and stock purchase plans where applicable.
• Ability to make a difference and lasting impact.
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team.
• Opportunities to grow and learn with industry colleagues.
• Access to a variety of career opportunities across Nevada Gold Mines locations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed