Ranch Hand, Cow/Calf Operation
About The Position
A well-established, family-run cattle operation near Hyannis, Nebraska is hiring for a lead Ranch Hand position to manage their own place. This is a cow/calf operation running 800 head, with work covering haying, feeding, calving, and general herd health. This is a highly independent role best suited for someone who takes pride in their work, can manage responsibilities without supervision, and values being part of a long-term operation. A husband and wife team would be a great fit for this role. This is a true lead position on your own place, not just another hand on a crew. The home is a newer 3 bedroom, 2 bath house, and the operation offers long-term stability with a family that has been in the business for generations.
Requirements
- Prior ranch experience required
- Strong understanding of cattle health with the ability to identify issues early
- Ability to work independently and manage daily responsibilities without supervision
- Experience feeding cattle and operating basic ranch equipment
- Comfortable calving out cattle independently
- Ability to operate truck and trailer, clean driving record preferred
- Basic equipment maintenance skills
- Honest, dependable, and accountable
- Strong work ethic with attention to detail
- Willingness to work within a multi-generation family operation
Responsibilities
- Responsible for daily care of cattle
- Feed cattle using a pickup and welker caker and a bale processor
- Maintain feeding schedules and ensure consistency in cattle performance
- Monitor and manage cattle health
- Assist with preg checking and general herd work
- Assist with sorting, shipping, and preparing cattle for sale
- Manage cattle during calving season
- Brand cattle, rope and drag brandings
- Perform fence building, repair, and general ranch maintenance
- Maintain and operate equipment including feeding equipment, tractors, and hay equipment
- Assist with hay production including mowing, raking, baling, and moving bales
- Check and maintain windmills, water systems, mineral, and salt
- Monitor pasture conditions and overall livestock performance
- Identify and complete tasks without being told, taking initiative in daily work
Benefits
- Up to $5,000 per month depending on skill set
- Housing provided, newer 3 bedroom, 2 bath home
- Beef provided
- Horses welcome
- Family friendly operation
- Flexible time off outside of peak seasons
- Long term, stable opportunity
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
