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Kenwood BPSC Hunt Club LLC

Ranch Hand 3

Sonoma, CA · On-site

$28 - $30/hr

Perform advanced carpentry repairs and building improvements across the ranch * Lead and support landscaping development and care, with understanding of native plant life cycles and seasonal ...

M3 Inc

Cattle Ranch Worker

Charlottesville, VA · On-site

$23/hr

Weekend work will be required based on ranch operations and seasonal demands. Starting Pay: $23.00 per hour. Essential Duties & Responsibilities • Assist with Artificial Insemination ...

M3 Inc

Cattle Ranch Worker

Charlottesville, VA · On-site

Weekend work will be required based on ranch operations and seasonal demands. Starting Pay: $23.00 per hour. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Assist with Artificial Insemination, synchronization ...

Auberge Collection

Bellperson (Ranch Hand)

Napa, CA · On-site

$18.90/hr

Company Description Stanly Ranch, Auberge Collection is the resort of new Napa, bringing a bold, dynamic energy and creating an unrivaled destination and community itself. Set on over 700 acres of ...

Warren CAT

Ranch Hand

Brownwood, TX

$14.25 - $19/hr

The Ranch Hand is responsible for providing general building and grounds maintenance services related to working a Ranch. DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES? WHAT YOU'LL DO: * Regular maintenance of grounds ...

REH Services, LLC

Ranch Hand

Sun Valley, ID

$14.50 - $19.50/hr

Sun Valley Resort Stables is seeking a dedicated and skilled Ranch Hand to join our team in the beautiful surroundings of Sun Valley, Idaho. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to the ...

M3 (VA)

Cattle Ranch Worker

Charlottesville, VA

$23/hr

Weekend work will be required based on ranch operations and seasonal demands. Starting Pay: $23.00 per hour. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Assist with Artificial Insemination, synchronization ...

Warren CAT

Ranch Hand

Brownwood, TX · On-site

$14.25 - $19/hr

The Ranch Hand is responsible for providing general building and grounds maintenance services related to working a Ranch. DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES? WHAT YOU'LL DO: * Regular maintenance of grounds ...

Sun Valley

Ranch Hand

Sun Valley, ID · On-site

$14.50 - $19.50/hr

Sun Valley Resort Stables is seeking a dedicated and skilled Ranch Hand to join our team in the beautiful surroundings of Sun Valley, Idaho. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to the ...

Family Office

Ranch Hand I, Seasonal Full-Time

Kilauea, HI · On-site

$30 - $35/hr

Job Summary The Ranch Hand I is a ranch labor position responsible for assisting with daily livestock care and ranch maintenance. This position provides support for feeding, watering, facility upkeep ...

Auberge Collection

Bellperson (Ranch Hand)

Napa, CA

$18.90/hr

Company Description Stanly Ranch, Auberge Collection is the resort of new Napa, bringing a bold, dynamic energy and creating an unrivaled destination and community itself. Set on over 700 acres of ...

Sun Valley Resort

Ranch Hand

Sun Valley, ID · On-site

$14.50 - $19.50/hr

Sun Valley Resort Stables is seeking a dedicated and skilled Ranch Hand to join our team in the beautiful surroundings of Sun Valley, Idaho. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to the ...

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As of Jul 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for ranch job in the United States is $17.39, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $19.47 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Ranch jobs refer to a variety of positions involved in the daily operations and management of a ranch, which is typically a large farm where livestock such as cattle, horses, or sheep are raised. Common ranch jobs include ranch hands, wranglers, ranch managers, and maintenance workers. These roles often require physical labor, animal care, equipment operation, and sometimes administrative tasks. Working on a ranch can be demanding but offers a unique lifestyle close to nature and animals.

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To thrive in a ranch job, you need a solid understanding of animal husbandry, basic veterinary care, equipment operation, and general farm maintenance, often gained through hands-on experience or agricultural education. Familiarity with tools like tractors, irrigation systems, and possibly certification in livestock management or pesticide application is valuable. Strong work ethic, problem-solving, and effective communication are important soft skills for handling daily challenges and working safely with others. These skills ensure the health of livestock, efficient ranch operations, and a safe, productive work environment.

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Ranch jobs often involve demanding physical labor, unpredictable weather conditions, and long hours, especially during busy seasons like calving or harvest. Workers may face challenges related to animal handling, machinery operation, and maintaining equipment. Building strong communication skills and a team-oriented mindset can help address these challenges, as ranch staff often need to collaborate closely to ensure tasks are completed safely and efficiently. Continuous learning and adapting to new agricultural technologies can also make the work more manageable and rewarding.

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AspectRanch JobFarm Worker
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent, sometimes certifications in livestock handlingHigh school diploma or equivalent, basic agricultural knowledge
Work EnvironmentOpen ranches, pastures, livestock areasFields, crop areas, greenhouses
Industry UsageLivestock management, cattle, sheep, horse careCrop cultivation, planting, harvesting
Common Search IntentRanch work, livestock jobs, cattle careFarm work, crop harvesting, agricultural labor

Ranch jobs typically focus on livestock management and work in open pasture environments, often involving cattle, sheep, or horses. Farm workers usually handle crop cultivation and harvesting in fields. While both roles require agricultural knowledge and similar certifications, ranch jobs emphasize animal care, whereas farm work centers on plant cultivation. Understanding these differences helps job seekers find roles aligned with their skills and interests.

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Equestrian Center Ranch Hand Part Time

Ken-Caryl Ranch

Littleton, CO • On-site

$20 - $22/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 24 days ago

Job description

Job Type
Part-time
Description
Job Title: Equestrian Center Ranch Hand
Reports To: KCRMA Equestrian Center Barn Manager
Starting Pay Range: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour, paid on a bi-weekly basis
Employment Classification: Regular Part-Time (up to 30 hours per week); Non-Exempt
Application Closing Date: July 5, 2026
BENEFITS SUMMARY:
Ken-Caryl Ranch Master Association employees' eligibility for benefits varies by employment classification. Regular and Variable Full-Time employees receive healthcare benefits, employer-paid dental and vision insurance for the employee, Life & AD&D insurance, and long-term disability insurance. Regular Full-Time, Variable Full-Time, Regular Part-Time, and Variable Part-time employees also enjoy retirement benefits, paid time off, and paid family medical leave. Seasonal employees may be eligible for paid family medical leave and paid-sick leave.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the supervision of the Equestrian Manager, Ranch Hand responsibilities include providing quality horse care in a safe, well-maintained facility.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The following is an overview of the primary duties and responsibilities:
  • Handle horses in stall and turnout, feeding grain & hay, mucking stalls with fork and wheelbarrow, carrying hoses, filling turnout waters and troughs throughout the property, carrying grain bags, wheeling shavings, sweeping barn aisles and tack rooms/houses, raking hay around the facility, cleaning turnout pens, picking up and dumping muck buckets.
  • Assist in the upkeep and management of landscaping projects.
  • Undertake minor carpentry and painting tasks.
  • Replace, repair and maintain fences and gates.

OTHER DUTIES:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Requirements
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:
  • Previous experience handling horses is required.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Ability to work 40 hours per week that could include some evenings, early mornings and weekends as conditions might dictate.
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred, but not required.
  • Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at a level adequate to perform the job.
  • Must have the ability to be flexible and be able to adapt to changing daily schedules based on timelines and equipment repair needs.
  • Working sometimes in challenging weather conditions.
  • Possess and maintain a valid Colorado Driver's License and be insurable by the KCRMA's insurance carrier by maintaining an acceptable driving record, if over the age of 18 and tasked with operating the facility's machinery.
  • Be able to work evenings, holidays, and weekends as needed.

WORK AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
This position requires work in a variety of locations and conditions, including but not limited to the Equestrian Center.
Working Environment
  • Moderate physical activity will be required frequently.
  • Work will occasionally be required outdoors in all weather conditions, including extreme heat/cold.
  • Work may be required under hazardous and adverse conditions, including, but not limited to, slippery and uneven surfaces and proximity to moving mechanical equipment.
  • Use of sensory activities, such as talking, seeing, hearing, smelling, feeling (identifying objects by touch), depth perception and color vision will be required frequently.

Physical Requirements
  • Have ability to lift, move and carry objects in excess of fifty (50) pounds frequently.
  • Have ability to stand, walk, sit, kneel, stoop, bend, lift, squat, push, pull, crawl, jump, slide, climb, pinch, grip, reach overhead, reach away from body, and perform repetitive motions.

Candidates are subject to pre-employment criminal background and DMV record review (if applicable), along with possible reference checks.
This Employer Participates in E-Verify.
Salary Description
$20.00 - $22.00 per hour

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