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Weekend Ranch Hand Jobs in Raleigh, NC (NOW HIRING)

Trees, LLC

Equipment Operator - NON-UNION

Garner, NC

$17 - $23.25/hr

Uses hand-tools, such as axes, hand-lines, saws, block and tackle, pruners and other equipment as required. * Sprays brush and stumps, making proper and selective application of herbicides.

Trees, LLC

Equipment Operator - NON-UNION

Raleigh, NC

$18.50 - $25.25/hr

Uses hand-tools, such as axes, hand-lines, saws, block and tackle, pruners and other equipment as required. * Sprays brush and stumps, making proper and selective application of herbicides.

Trees, LLC

Equipment Operator - NON-UNION

Pittsboro, NC

$13.25 - $18.25/hr

Uses hand-tools, such as axes, hand-lines, saws, block and tackle, pruners and other equipment as required. * Sprays brush and stumps, making proper and selective application of herbicides.

Trees, LLC

Equipment Operator - NON-UNION

Wake Forest, NC

$16.25 - $22.25/hr

Uses hand-tools, such as axes, hand-lines, saws, block and tackle, pruners and other equipment as required. * Sprays brush and stumps, making proper and selective application of herbicides.

Trees, LLC

Equipment Operator - NON-UNION

Apex, NC

$14.50 - $20/hr

Uses hand-tools, such as axes, hand-lines, saws, block and tackle, pruners and other equipment as required. * Sprays brush and stumps, making proper and selective application of herbicides.

Holly Springs

Equipment Operator I/II

Holly Springs, NC

$45.57K - $72.94K/yr

... hand tools in support of the assigned department's construction and maintenance functions This ... WORK SCHEDULE The work schedule is business hours with occasional evenings and weekends. The ...

Flatiron Construction Corp

Roller Operator

Raleigh, NC

$18 - $20/hr

Coordinates machine actions with crew members using hand or audio signals. * Maintains knowledge of Company's values and strategic plan. * Performs additional assignments per management's direction.

Flatiron Construction Corp

Roller Operator

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

Coordinates machine actions with crew members using hand or audio signals. * Maintains knowledge of Company's values and strategic plan. * Performs additional assignments per management's direction.

Trees, LLC

Equipment Operator - NON-UNION

Apex, NC · On-site

$14.50 - $19.75/hr

Uses hand-tools, such as axes, hand-lines, saws, block and tackle, pruners and other equipment as required. * Sprays brush and stumps, making proper and selective application of herbicides.

Trees, LLC

Equipment Operator - NON-UNION

Wake Forest, NC · On-site

$16.25 - $22.25/hr

Uses hand-tools, such as axes, hand-lines, saws, block and tackle, pruners and other equipment as required. * Sprays brush and stumps, making proper and selective application of herbicides.

Trees, LLC

Equipment Operator - NON-UNION

Pittsboro, NC · On-site

$13.25 - $18.25/hr

Uses hand-tools, such as axes, hand-lines, saws, block and tackle, pruners and other equipment as required. * Sprays brush and stumps, making proper and selective application of herbicides.

Trees, LLC

Equipment Operator - NON-UNION

Garner, NC · On-site

$17 - $23.25/hr

Uses hand-tools, such as axes, hand-lines, saws, block and tackle, pruners and other equipment as required. * Sprays brush and stumps, making proper and selective application of herbicides.

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How much do weekend ranch hand jobs pay per hour?

As of May 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend ranch hand in Raleigh, NC is $16.91, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.04 and $18.94 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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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Infographic showing various Weekend Ranch Hand job openings in Raleigh, NC as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 8% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 5% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,163 per year, or $16.9 per hour.

Equipment Operator - NON-UNION

Trees, LLC

Garner, NC

$17 - $23.25/hr

Full-time

Posted 26 days ago

Job description

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Equipment Operator 

This position operates heavy equipment of various types to remove branches and tree material from electrical lines.

Pay: Competitive, Hourly

Benefits:

  • Benefits Available and Vary per position and location

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

  • Plans, assigns, directs, checks, and coordinates work.
  • Operates and services equipment such as gasoline, hydraulic tools, power saws, power winches, mower deck, weed whacker, chipper, and sprayers.
  • Cleans up and disposes of all debris.
  • Uses hand-tools, such as axes, hand-lines, saws, block and tackle, pruners and other equipment as required.
  • Sprays brush and stumps, making proper and selective application of herbicides.
  • Responsible for quality and quantity of production.
  • Performs all aspects of labor as necessary to keep crew operation flowing.
  • Ensures the overall safety, quality and production requirements of the crew are met.
  • Obtains written or oral permission from property owners to trim or remove trees or perform other work on property.
  • Arranges with customer or property owner to obtain access, advises of interruption, explains work to be done, etc.
  • Promotes and maintains good customer and public relations through the effective accomplishment of assigned work and the appropriate behavior of employees on the crew.
  • Safeguards employees and the public from hazards in and around work area.
  • Sets up barriers, warning signs, flags, markers, etc. to protect employees and public.
  • Trains new personnel.
  • Keeps informed on new equipment, specifications, standard practices, operating procedures, and customer and company employee relations policies and practices.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Must be 18 years of age or older.
  • Possesses working knowledge and be able to identify tree and shrub species.
  • Familiar with electrical hazards.

Education & Experience

  • High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

Pre-Screen

  • Upon offer, employees may be required to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen, background, and/or MVR check.

License & Certifications:

  • Driver License Required.

Travel Requirements:

  • Must have transportation to and from the show up location.

Physical Requirements:

  • RARE (less than 10%): sitting, kneeling, crawling, color vision, climbing stairs.
  • OCCASIONAL (up to 33%): stooping, squatting, climbing on/off truck, reading, pushing, climbing ladders, lifting up to 50 lbs.
  • FREQUENT (up to 66%): walking, body twisting, manual dexterity, speaking clearly, hearing-speech range, lifting, carrying, pulling, balancing, lifting up to 10 lbs.
  • CONTINUOUS (up to 100%): standing, sense of touch, seeing distant, climbing, gripping, lifting over 10 lbs. to 50 lbs., seeing, reaching, range of motion, depth perception.

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