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CA OP CO LLC

Topo Interim Ranch Foreman

King City, CA · On-site

$26 - $29.75/hr

Ranch Manager Pay Scale: $26.00-$29.75 Overview The Interim Ranch Foreman is responsible for the ... Each employee is allowed up to two personal horses that are used exclusively for the company ...

CA OP CO LLC

Topo Interim Ranch Foreman

King City, CA · On-site

$26 - $29.75/hr

Ranch Manager Pay Scale: $26.00-$29.75 Overview The Interim Ranch Foreman is responsible for the ... Each employee is allowed up to two personal horses that are used exclusively for the company ...

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Ranch Associate

Chesaw, WA · On-site

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CCMC Community Management

Ranch Hand

Prescott, AZ · On-site

$14.75 - $20/hr

Horse, at a minimum livestock experience is required. Qualifications: * Must have reliable transportation. * Equestrian, farm, ranch experience preferred. * Must be willing to work in all weather ...

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Hope Ranch Learning Academy

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How much do contractual horse ranch manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for contractual horse ranch manager in the United States is $59,525.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42,000.00 and $68,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contractual Horse Ranch Manager vs Horse Trainer?

AspectContractual Horse Ranch ManagerHorse Trainer
CredentialsExperience in ranch management, certifications in equine care preferredEquine training certifications, riding experience
Work EnvironmentRanch or farm setting overseeing operationsTraining facilities, stables, riding arenas
Employer & Industry UsageEquine farms, ranches, breeding operationsEquestrian centers, private owners, riding schools
Common Search & ComparisonManagement, operations, oversightTraining, riding, behavior modification

The Contractual Horse Ranch Manager primarily oversees ranch operations, staff, and horse care, requiring management experience. In contrast, a Horse Trainer focuses on training horses and riders, emphasizing technical skills. While both roles involve working with horses, their responsibilities and work environments differ significantly.

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Topo Interim Ranch Foreman

CA OP CO LLC

King City, CA • On-site

$26 - $29.75/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 25 days ago

Job description

                                                                                                                                                                           Interim Ranch Foreman
 
 
 
Position Title: Interim Ranch Foreman
Location: King City, Topo Ranch, CA
FLSA Status: Full-time, Non-Exempt
Reports to: Ranch Manager
Pay Scale: $26.00-$29.75
 

Overview

The Interim Ranch Foreman is responsible for the daily supervision and coordination of ranch operations at Topo Ranch. This position provides leadership to ranch hands and day workers while ensuring the safe, efficient, and productive management of livestock, equipment, facilities, roads, water systems, and grazing lands. The Interim Ranch Foreman leads by example and actively participates in all ranch activities, including cattle operations, fencing, maintenance, and land stewardship.
Responsibilities

Livestock Management

  • Oversee daily cattle operations, including gathering, sorting, branding, vaccinating, shipping, and receiving livestock.
  • Monitor herd health and report illnesses, injuries, or unusual conditions.
  • Coordinate with veterinarians and livestock professionals as needed.
  • Ensure proper handling of livestock following animal welfare standards.
Employee Supervision

  • Supervise ranch hands and day workers.
  • Assign daily work schedules and priorities.
  • Train employees on equipment operation, livestock handling, and safety procedures.
  • Promote a positive and productive team environment.
Ranch Maintenance

  • Maintain fences, corrals, gates, roads, water systems, and ranch buildings.
  • Inspect ranch infrastructure and schedule repairs.
  • Operate and maintain tractors, skid steers, UTVs, trucks, trailers, and other ranch equipment.
Land and Resource Management

  • Monitor grazing conditions and pasture utilization.
  • Assist with water management and conservation practices.
  • Conduct routine inspections of stock tanks, pipelines, wells, and ponds.
  • Support ranch improvement projects and habitat management initiatives.
Safety and Compliance

  • Enforce ranch safety standards and policies.
  • Assist in maintaining required records related to livestock, equipment, maintenance, and employee activities.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
  • Respond to emergencies involving livestock, equipment, weather, or property.
 

Qualifications

Required

  • Minimum 5 years of ranching experience, preferably in cattle operations.
  • Previous leadership or supervisory experience.
  • Strong knowledge of livestock handling and range management.
  • Experience operating agricultural and ranch equipment.
  • Ability to perform physically demanding outdoor work in varying weather conditions.
  • Valid California driver's license with a clean driving record.
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills.
Preferred

  • Bilingual (English/Spanish).
  • Experience with large-scale cattle ranch operations.
  • Welding, mechanical, or heavy equipment maintenance experience.
  • CPR/First Aid certification.
 

Skills

  • Physical stamina and endurance for outdoor work.
  • Basic mechanical skills for equipment maintenance.
  • Problem-solving and adaptability to changing conditions.
  • Commitment to environmental stewardship and conservation principles.
  • Basic welding skills
  • Familiarity with plumbing and water systems
Working Conditions

  • Full-time position with variable hours, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends.
  • Work performed outdoors in all weather conditions.
  • Physical demands include lifting, standing, and walking on uneven terrain.
 
 
Compensation & Benefits

Non-Exempt position. Hourly Pay Range $26.00-$29.75
CA Op CO offers the following generous benefits package: 
  • Paid vacation and Paid Sick Leave
  • Health insurance -Medical, dental, and vision
  • up to 4% 401(k) match on your contribution
  • Beef Allowance (1/2 beef every 6 months for married employees and ¼ for single employees)
  • Each employee is allowed up to two personal horses that are used exclusively for the company’s benefit 
    • Basic veterinary expenses are covered (Coggins, vaccines, health papers, minor medical, etc.)
    • Feed is paid by the company
    • Cost of farrier services are paid by the company
Does this job require that weight be lifted or force be exerted? If so, how much and how often? Check the appropriate boxes below. 
 |   | Amount of Time--% of Work Week
 |   | None | Under 1/3 | 1/3 to 2/3 | Over 2/3
 | Up to 10 pounds | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | ☒
 | Up to 25 pounds | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | ☒
 | Up to 50 pounds | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | ☒
 | Up to 100 pounds | ☐ | ☐ | ☒ | ☐
 | More than 100 pounds | ☐ | ☒ | ☐ | ☐

 How much on-the-job time is spent in the following physical activities? Show the amount of time by checking the appropriate boxes below. 
 |   | Amount of Time--% of Work Week
 |   | None | Under 1/3 | 1/3 to 2/3 | Over 2/3
 | Stand | ☐ | ☐ | ☒ | ☐
 | Walk | ☐ | ☐ | ☒ | ☐
 | Sit | ☐ | ☒ | ☐ | ☐
 | Use hands to handle or feel | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | ☒
 | Reach with hands and arms | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | ☒
 | Climb or balance | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | ☒
 | Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl | ☐ | ☐ | ☒ | ☐
 | Talk or hear | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | ☒
 | Taste or smell | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | ☒
 

How much noise is typical for the work environment of this job? Check the appropriate level below. 

☐ Very quiet (examples: forest trail, isolation booth for hearing test) 
☐ Quiet (examples: library, private office) 
☐ Moderate noise (examples: business office with computers and printers, light traffic) 
☒ Loud (examples: metal can manufacturing department, large earth-moving equipment) 
☐ Very loud (examples: jack hammer work, front row at rock concert)
How much exposure to the following environmental conditions does this job require? Show the amount of time by checking the appropriate boxes below. 
 |   | Amount of Time--% of Work Week
 |   | None | Under 1/3 | 1/3 to 2/3 | Over 2/3
 | Wet or humid conditions (non-weather) | ☒ | ☐ | ☐ | ☐
 | Work near moving mechanical parts | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | ☒
 | Work in high, precarious places | ☐ | ☒ | ☐ | ☐
 | Fumes or airborne particles | ☐ | ☒ | ☒ | ☐
 | Toxic or caustic chemicals | ☐ | ☒ | ☐ | ☐
 | Outdoor weather conditions | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | ☒
 | Extreme cold (non-weather) | ☐ | ☒ | ☐ | ☐
 | Extreme heat (non-weather) | ☐ | ☐ | ☒ | ☐
 | Risk of electrical shock | ☐ | ☒ | ☐ | ☐
 | Work with explosives | ☒ | ☐ | ☐ | ☐
 | Risk of radiation | ☒ | ☐ | ☐ | ☐
 | Vibration | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | ☒
 

Does this job have any special vision requirements? Check all that apply. 
☒ Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less) 
☒ Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)
☒ Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors) 
☒ Peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point)
☒ Depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships) 
☐ Ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus)
☐ No special vision requirements
 
 | Describe the specific job duties that require the physical demands selected above: -          Operating agricultural-type equipment. 
 
 
 
 
 
CA Op CO is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
CA Op CO is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, religion, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with disability, or any other protected group status or non‐job related characteristic as directed by law.