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Niemann Foods

Niemann Ranch Hand

Quincy, IL · On-site

$15 - $20.25/hr

SUMMARY The Niemann Ranch Hand is responsible for managing day to day farm operations and ensuring the quality Niemann Ranch Beef. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES * Cattle nutrition * Cattle ...

Quality Truck Washes

Bay Hand

Mount Vernon, IL · On-site

$16/hr

Hand-mopping tractors Using a high pressure wand for rinsing Operating a trailer brush system (pulling system around trailer) Properly guiding drivers into bay Use of a 6 ft. high portable catwalk ...

Quality Truck Washes

Bay Hand

Mount Vernon, IL

$16/hr

Hand-mopping tractors Using a high pressure wand for rinsing Operating a trailer brush system (pulling system around trailer) Properly guiding drivers into bay Use of a 6 ft. high portable catwalk ...

John Crane

StorekeeperWarehouse Hand

Morton Grove, IL · On-site

$15 - $20.25/hr

* Read customer orders, work orders, shipping orders, or requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed and/or shipped. * Record amounts of materials or items received or ...

Stoddard Farms

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Farmhand

Monticello, IL · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

The Farmhand will provide full-time support in various agricultural tasks including planting, spraying, harvesting, and hauling crops such as corn and soybeans. This role requires willingness to ...

Tapestry, Inc.

Store Manager

Chicago, IL

... hand. Key Responsibilities: * Lead your store to success by driving sales, profitability, and ... Abilitytoworkaflexiblescheduleto meet business needs-including nights, weekends, peakbusy season ...

HES Facilities

Groundskeeper (5093)

Mundelein, IL

$15.50 - $20/hr

... hand and power toolsOther DutiesSnow removal: must be available nights, weekends and holidays.Minimum QualificationsThe requirements listed below are representative of the minimal education ...

Tapestry, Inc.

Store Manager

Orland Park, IL

... hand. Key Responsibilities: * Lead your store to success by driving sales, profitability, and ... Abilitytoworkaflexiblescheduleto meet business needs-including nights, weekends, peakbusy season ...

Tapestry, Inc.

Store Manager

Orland Park, IL · On-site

... hand. Key Responsibilities: * Lead your store to success by driving sales, profitability, and ... Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet business needs-including nights, weekends, peak busy ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Weekend Ranch Hand, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Weekend Ranch Hand, you need practical experience with animal care, basic maintenance, and general ranch operations; a high school diploma or equivalent is often preferred. Familiarity with farm machinery, fencing tools, and sometimes ATVs or tractors is typically required, along with basic first aid knowledge. Strong work ethic, reliability, clear communication, and adaptability are essential soft skills in this role. These skills ensure the smooth and safe running of ranch activities, especially during busy or unsupervised weekend shifts.

What are the typical responsibilities and challenges faced by a Weekend Ranch Hand?

As a Weekend Ranch Hand, your primary responsibilities often include feeding and watering livestock, cleaning stalls, repairing fences, and assisting with basic animal care. A common challenge is managing time efficiently to complete all necessary tasks within a limited weekend schedule, especially during busy seasons. You'll frequently collaborate with other ranch staff to ensure animals' needs are met and facilities are maintained. Adaptability and a willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions are important for success in this role.

What are Weekend Ranch Hands?

Weekend Ranch Hands are individuals who assist with the daily operations and maintenance of a ranch specifically during weekends. Their duties often include feeding and caring for livestock, cleaning stalls, repairing fences, and performing general upkeep of the property. This position is ideal for those seeking part-time work and who enjoy working outdoors with animals. Weekend Ranch Hands need to be reliable, physically fit, and able to work independently or as part of a small team.
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Niemann Ranch Hand

Niemann Ranch Hand

Niemann Foods

Quincy, IL • On-site

$15 - $20.25/hr

Other

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

SUMMARY

The Niemann Ranch Hand is responsible for managing day to day farm operations and ensuring the quality Niemann Ranch Beef.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Cattle nutrition
  • Cattle health and well-being
  • Pasture and crop management
  • Take proper steps in nutrition and health to grow cattle from calf, to backgrounders, all the way to finish
  • Feed and finish standards to produce high quality choice beef for retail sales in NFI owned and operated stores
  • Maintains farm equipment
  • Other duties as assigned

 KEY ATTRIBUTES

  • Strong decision-making.
  • Job knowledge
  • Passion for product
  • Relationship building
  • Good communication skills
  • Leadership skills
  • Prioritizing
  • Motivation
  • Honest
  • Integrity
  • High Energy Level
  • Ability to multi-task
  • Knowledge of key equipment  

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED);
  • One year of related experience and/or training;
  • Or equivalent combination of education and experience.

 LANGUAGE SKILLS

  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. 
  • Write routine reports and correspondence. 
  • Speak effectively before groups of customers or Associates of organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

  • Basic math concepts (addition, subtraction, division, multiplication, percentages and sales per associate hour)

 CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

  • There are no required certifications, licenses, or registrations.

RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT

  • There is no recommended equipment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

Regularly (Over 2/3 of the time)

  • Stand
  • Walk
  • Use hands to finger, handle, or feel
  • Reach with hands and arms
  • Stoop
  • Kneel
  • Crouch
  • Communicate with others
  • Lift and/or move up to 25 pounds

Frequently (Between 1/3 to 2/3 of the time)

  • Overhead lifting
  • Climb
  • Balance
  • Sit
  • Lift and/or move up to 75 pounds         

Occasionally (Less than 1/3 of the time)

  • Crawl
  • Smell
  • Lift and/or move up to 100 pounds

Vision

  • Close
  • Distance
  • Peripheral
  • Depth perception
  • Ability to adjust focus
  • Ability to distinguish colors

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

Regularly

  • Outdoor weather conditions

Occasionally

  • Work near moving mechanical parts
  • Work in high, precarious places

Noise Level

  • Moderate

 **Niemann Foods Management retains the discretion to add to or change the position requirements at any time.                                 

**Position requirements may vary by store location

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