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TRACE Inc.

Ranch Hand

Caldwell, ID

$15/hr

Ranch Hand Babby Farms is in search of a Ranch Hand Laborer. This position includes but is not limited to handling exotics and domestic animals, adding enrichment to the animals' daily lives ...

Summit27 Solutions

Part-time Ranch Hand

Osceola, MO · On-site

$12.75 - $17.25/hr

Part-Time Ranch Hand Location: Osceola, MO Area Schedule: Approximately 3 days per week We are seeking a dependable and hardworking Part-Time Ranch Hand to assist with the upkeep and maintenance of a ...

Las Vegas Valley Water District

$147K/yr

Ranch, HC 10 Box 10853, Ely For any questions regarding this announcement, please contact LVVWD Recruitment at recruitment@lvvwd.com. Filing Deadline: The first 100 applications submitted on or ...

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 ...

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 ...

Maverick Golf Club

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Ranch Cook

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

The Ranch Cook plays a crucial role in preparing and cooking meals for members and staff at the Maverick Golf & Ranch Club, soon to be the pinnacle of private clubs in the state of Texas. Ensure that ...

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 ...

REH Services, LLC

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 ...

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 ...

Sun Valley

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 ...

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As of Jun 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for ranch 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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To thrive as a Ranch Manager, you need expertise in animal husbandry, land management, and agricultural operations, often supported by a degree in agriculture or related experience. Familiarity with farm machinery, irrigation systems, and livestock management software is typically required. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills help in managing staff and responding to challenges. These abilities ensure efficient ranch operations, healthy livestock, and sustainable land use.

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Ranch jobs involve working on a ranch, which is a large farm dedicated to raising animals like cattle, horses, sheep, or other livestock. These jobs can include tasks such as feeding and caring for animals, maintaining fences and equipment, herding livestock, and helping with breeding and calving. Ranch workers may also operate machinery, repair buildings, and manage pastures. The work is often physically demanding and may require long hours, especially during busy seasons. Ranch jobs are essential for the production of meat, dairy, wool, and other livestock products.

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A ranch is a type of agriculture operation, primarily focused on raising cattle and other animals, that employs a variety of farm workers. Ranch jobs include ranch hands, managers, and specialists, such as vets and livestock scientists. On a recreational ranch, sometimes referred to as a dude ranch, there are several additional jobs in hospitality, such as front desk managers, tour guides, cooks, and ranch hands whose responsibilities are to oversee visitors as they spend part of their vacation working on the ranch.

What are some common challenges faced by ranch workers, and how can they be overcome?

Ranch workers often face challenges such as long hours, physically demanding tasks, and working in varying weather conditions. Managing livestock and maintaining equipment require adaptability and problem-solving skills. Effective communication with team members and supervisors is crucial for safety and efficiency. Many ranches support their workers through on-the-job training, teamwork, and providing proper equipment, helping new employees adjust and succeed in the role.
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Infographic showing various Ranch job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 5% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $36,173 per year, or $17.4 per hour.
Assistant Ranch Drive On - Floral 4 Ranch (Days)

Assistant Ranch Drive On - Floral 4 Ranch (Days)

Foster Farms

Helm, CA • On-site

$18.75/hr

Full-time

Posted 24 days ago

Foster Farms rating

6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

Based on 42 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

254th of 385 rated food and drinks producers

Job description

Job Description
Pay Rate: $18.75 per hour.
(Additional $1.00 per hour for hours worked between 7:00pm and 11:59pm. Additional $2.00 per hour for hours worked between 12:00am-4:59am)
  • Contribute to and assist Ranch Manager to oversee all ranch activities and functions of assigned fryers and fryer ranch.
  • Assist manager to direct the grow out of fryers through the setup of the ranch,
  • brooding, temperatures, ventilation, mortality, vaccinations, medications, so
  • that conditions are maintained to meet the highest possible level of quality.
  • Maintain the ranch facilities, to include appearance, arranging with the
  • maintenance department, needed materials and service calls. Follow and enforce strict sanitation procedures being constantly aware of the bird's health; report any abnormalities to the Manager or Field Supervisor.
  • React responsibly to emergencies that could adversely affect the chickens, day or night.
  • Assist Ranch Manager to manage and control all ranch production costs, to include. all labor, fuel, supply, utility, medication, and ranch maintenance costs.
  • Maintain accurate and complete records pertaining to all ranch activities, i.e., feed, mortality, fuel, production, and energy consumption.
  • Assist Ranch Manager to provide proper training and delegation of duties to all ranch personnel. Adhere to and enforce company safety, animal welfare and disease prevention guidelines.
  • Additional Functions include, but limited to, perform other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications
  • Must have completed the Chicken Grow Out Training Program.
  • Must be self-motivated and able to work independently with a minimum of supervision.
  • Must possess supervisory and leadership skills.
  • Must have good mathematical and organizational skills.
  • Must have good written and verbal communication skills (Basic English).
  • Must be able to move and lift 50 pounds.
  • Preferably, will have a mechanical aptitude.
  • Must be willing and able to respond as necessary to alarms and adverse conditions affecting the chickens.
  • Must be able to work as scheduled/needed to include overtime, evenings, holidays and weekends.
  • Must be able to follow and enforce company standards, guidelines and policies on anyone working on his/her ranch complex.
  • Must have the ability to work at other ranches/complexes as needed.

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