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Cobalt Cattle Company LLC

Night Watchman

Eckley, CO · On-site

Unload cattle trucks, check headcounts and condition, weigh, and complete required paper work to ... Ability to work nights, weekends, and holiday. Physical demands * Ability to sit/stand for long ...

Cobalt Cattle Company LLC

Pen Rider

Leoti, KS · On-site

Review daily agenda for cattle movements. * If shipping, perform and verify head counts, retrieve ... Ability to work nights on occasions, weekends, and holidays. Physical demands * Ability to sit in a ...

Cobalt Cattle Company LLC

Pen Rider

Eckley, CO · On-site

Review daily agenda for cattle movements. * If shipping, perform and verify head counts, retrieve ... Ability to work nights on occasions, weekends, and holidays. Physical demands * Ability to sit in a ...

Cobalt Cattle Company LLC

Night Watchman

Leoti, KS

Unload cattle trucks, check headcounts and condition, weigh, and complete required paper work to ... Ability to work nights, weekends, and holiday. Physical demands * Ability to sit/stand for long ...

Cobalt Cattle Company LLC

Every Cobalt Cattle employee plays a vital role in ensuring our team is reliable and strong. Together we care, feed and grow all kinds. Owning a tight bond with our cattle and horses, our pen riders ...

Cattle Baron Restaurants

Assistant Manager

Ruidoso, NM · On-site

$50K/yr

Must be able to work days, evenings, weekends, & holidays. * Must be able to bend, kneel, squat, stand, and lift heavy objects as needed. Join our Cattle Baron restaurant team and apply today for the ...

Cobalt Cattle Company LLC

Pen Rider

Sublette, KS · On-site

Review daily agenda for cattle movements. * If shipping, perform and verify head counts, retrieve ... Ability to work nights on occasions, weekends, and holidays. Physical demands * Ability to sit in a ...

Cobalt Cattle Company LLC

Night Watchman

Yuma, CO · On-site

Unload cattle trucks, check headcounts and condition, weigh, and complete required paper work to ... Ability to work nights, weekends, and holiday. Physical demands * Ability to sit/stand for long ...

Cobalt Cattle Company LLC

Night Watchman

Wray, CO

Unload cattle trucks, check headcounts and condition, weigh, and complete required paper work to ... Ability to work nights, weekends, and holiday. Physical demands * Ability to sit/stand for long ...

Cattle Baron Restaurants

Assistant Manager

Roswell, NM · On-site

$50K/yr

Must be able to work days, evenings, weekends, & holidays. * Must be able to bend, kneel, squat, stand, and lift heavy objects as needed. Join our Cattle Baron restaurant team and apply today for the ...

Cattle Baron Restaurants

Assistant Manager

Ruidoso, NM

$50K/yr

Must be able to work days, evenings, weekends, & holidays. * Must be able to bend, kneel, squat, stand, and lift heavy objects as needed. Join our Cattle Baron restaurant team and apply today for the ...

Cattle Baron Restaurants

Assistant Manager

Roswell, NM

$50K/yr

Must be able to work days, evenings, weekends, & holidays. * Must be able to bend, kneel, squat, stand, and lift heavy objects as needed. Join our Cattle Baron restaurant team and apply today for the ...

Cobalt Cattle Company LLC

Pen Rider

Wray, CO · On-site

Review daily agenda for cattle movements. * If shipping, perform and verify head counts, retrieve ... Ability to work nights on occasions, weekends, and holidays. Physical demands * Ability to sit in a ...

Cobalt Cattle Company LLC

Pen Rider

Yuma, CO · On-site

Review daily agenda for cattle movements. * If shipping, perform and verify head counts, retrieve ... Ability to work nights on occasions, weekends, and holidays. Physical demands * Ability to sit in a ...

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How much do weekend cattle jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend cattle 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.

What is a weekend cattle worker?

Weekend Cattle workers are individuals who are responsible for the care and management of cattle on weekends. Their duties often include feeding, watering, checking the health of the herd, maintaining fences, and assisting with any emergencies that arise. This role is essential for farms or ranches that require daily livestock care, even outside regular weekday hours. Weekend cattle workers may be employed part-time or on a rotating schedule to ensure livestock are well cared for every day.

What are some common challenges faced by weekend cattle workers, and how can they be addressed?

Weekend cattle workers often face challenges such as managing livestock in varying weather conditions, coordinating tasks with full-time staff, and handling emergencies like animal health issues. To address these, it's important to stay up-to-date with basic animal care practices, maintain clear communication with the weekday team, and be prepared for physical demands. Building strong relationships with other ranch hands and being proactive in learning can help ensure smoother operations and a more rewarding experience.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a weekend cattle worker, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Weekend Cattle Worker, you need basic livestock handling skills, physical stamina, and ideally some experience or training in animal husbandry. Familiarity with farm equipment, fencing tools, and possibly certifications in animal welfare or safety are valued. Strong observation skills, reliability, and effective communication are important soft skills for managing cattle and coordinating with farm owners or other workers. These abilities ensure animal well-being, operational efficiency, and safety during weekend farm operations.

What is the difference between Weekend Cattle vs Weekend Horse Handler?

AspectWeekend CattleWeekend Horse Handler
Required CredentialsBasic livestock handling knowledge, sometimes certifications in animal careEquine handling experience, certifications in horse care or riding
Work EnvironmentRanches, farms, livestock facilitiesStables, riding arenas, farms
Employer & IndustryAgriculture, livestock farmsEquestrian centers, farms, ranches
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Weekend Cattle and Weekend Horse Handler roles both involve animal care in rural or farm settings. While they share similar environments and some basic livestock handling skills, cattle roles focus on managing cattle, whereas horse handlers specialize in equine care. Understanding these differences helps job seekers find the right position based on their skills and interests.

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Infographic showing various Weekend Cattle job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 68% Full Time, 26% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $36,173 per year, or $17.4 per hour.

Cattle Ranch Hand (Clay Center, NE)

University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Lincoln, NE • On-site

$18.55/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Re-posted 27 days ago

Job description

Position Information
Position Information
Working Title
Cattle Ranch Hand (Clay Center, NE)
Department
USMARC-0937
Requisition Number
S_260555
Posting Open Date
07/17/2026
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date)
07/29/2026
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Description of Work
The U.S. Meat Animal Research Center (USMARC) is a 34,000-acre facility near Clay Center, NE. All work performed at USMARC supports research that is focused on solving high priority problems for the U.S. beef cattle, sheep, and swine industries.
As a Cattle Ranch Hand, you will:
  • Provide a variety of basic agricultural duties to support research and production activities at an agricultural research facility in the beef livestock production area.
  • Provide general care and husbandry for approximately 800-1200 cattle.
  • Maintain machinery and fences,
  • Assist with pasture management
  • Assist with the collection of research data.

Irregular hours and work in inclement weather required. Travel between pastures and facilities required. Within the UNL system, this position is categorized as an Ag Research Technician I.
About Us
At the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, we're proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer and recently earned the Lincoln Family Friendly Workplace certification. We are known for our welcoming, supportive environment, commitment to professional growth, and outstanding benefits. UNL isn't just a workplace; it's a place to build your career and make a meaningful impact in Nebraska.
When you join our team as a full-time, regular staff member, you'll enjoy:
  • Generous paid time off including vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and holidays
  • Comprehensive insurance options including medical, dental, vision, and life coverage
  • Employee and dependent scholarship programs to pursue higher education
  • Retirement plans with university match

Learn more about working at UNL: https://go.unl.edu/aboutus
The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. See https://go.unl.edu/nondiscrimination
Minimum Required Qualifications
  • High school diploma, GED, or equivalent plus one (1) year of experience with the care and management of cattle. Additional completed relevant education may substitute for experience on a year-for-year basis.
  • Precision, accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Ability to maintain equipment, machinery, fields and pastures.
  • Valid driver's license and ability to meet University driver eligibility criteria.

Preferred Qualifications
Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required
Yes
Physical Required
Yes
Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.
No
Criminal History Background Check Required
Yes
Posted Salary
$18.55/hr minimum
How to Apply
Click on "Apply for this Job". You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file.
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact
Sheila Trampe
sheila.trampe@usda.gov
Job Category (old)
Office/Service
Job Type
Full-Time
Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5)
Work Location (City, State)
Clay Center, NE
Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?
No
If Temporary, indicate end date
Planned Hire Date:
Appointment End Date

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