Ranch Worker

Tohono O'odham Nation • Sells, AZ

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Ranch Worker assists with the day-to-day activities of maintaining the Tohono O'odham Nation ranch. Work is normally reviewed upon completion, with occasional spot checks while in progress, to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and conformance to established standards. Major work tasks are covered by instructions or procedures, and unusual situations are referred to a supervisor.

The role oversees and attends to livestock, maintains ranch infrastructure and fence lines, and works with federal agencies, cattle inspectors, range management, cattle buyers, and surrounding communities. Other job-related duties may be performed as part of a team effort.

Requirements

• Two years of experience working with livestock.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Knowledge of Tohono O'odham culture, customs, and traditions.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and tribal laws, regulations, and requirements.
• Knowledge of agricultural and range management processes and procedures.
• Knowledge of livestock control and first aid.
• Knowledge of various hand and electrical tools.
• Skill in riding, roping, branding, and working with livestock.
• Skill in using chainsaws, welders, and generators.
• Skill in providing superior customer service to external and internal customers.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with employees and the general public.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment.
• Ability to ride horses and brand and rope cattle.
• Ability to travel long distances on horseback.
• Ability to work extended hours and various work schedules.
• Ability to maintain privileged confidential information.
• Upon recommendation for hire, must complete a criminal background check to determine suitability for hire, including a 39-month Motor Vehicle Record.
• May be required to possess and maintain a valid driver's license, with no DUIs or major traffic citations within the last three years.
• If required to operate program vehicles, must meet the Tohono O'odham Nation tribal employer's insurance requirements to receive a driver's permit.
• Depending on department needs, may be required to demonstrate fluency in both the Tohono O'odham Language and English as a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and attend to livestock.
• Rotate livestock according to grass and water supply.
• Brand and vaccinate calves; separate steers and bulls during branding for transfer to the livestock auction.
• Return intruding cattle to their range.
• Repair and maintain water pipelines, floats, corrals, and pens.
• Examine livestock for disease and injury and provide first aid as needed.
• Maintain fence lines.
• Work closely with the U.S. Department of Agriculture, cattle inspectors, range management, cattle buyers, and surrounding communities.
• Perform other job-related duties and contribute to a team effort.

What This Job Offers

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