Ranch Assistant

### Job Details#### Job Title:Ranch Assistant (EH-VH-11277) #### Location:NE, Midwest United States,USA #### Company:Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT #### Industry Sector:Production/Farming #### Industry Type:Animal Production - Beef #### Career Type:Farm & Ranch Operations/Herdsperson/On Farm #### Job Type:Full Time #### Minimum Years Experience Required:2 #### Salary:$48,000+/- 48000.0000 YEAR ### Get Job Alerts**Career Type:** Farm & Ranch Operations/Herdsperson/On Farm **Country:** USAI agree to receive alerts from AgCareers.com and to the Terms of Service.# Ranch Assistant (EH-VH-11277)Back to search resultsApply to this positionFollow CompanyMore Jobs from Hansen...Send to Friend**PLEASE NOTE:** We will not reply if your resume does not meet position requirements. Please understand your education and experience must match our job listings for you to be considered. You must be a U.S. Citizen or a Permanent Resident to be considered for any U.S. positions.There is NO closing date on this position. This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is searching for a qualified Ranch Assistant / Owner's Right-Hand Man for a progressive Nebraska Sandhills ranch producer. This is an excellent opportunity for a dependable, self-motivated individual to take responsibility for a separate ranch unit and operate with a high level of independence.Operation Overview* ~900 head cow/calf operation* ~1,000 acres of hay production* Employee will oversee a separate unit of approximately 250-400 cows* Round bale hay operation utilizing modern equipment* Ranch utilizes horses and ATVs for daily workPosition OverviewThis individual will serve as the owner's right-hand man, working at a separate ranch location and managing day-to-day operations with minimal supervision. The employer is looking for someone who is a self-starter, dependable, and capable of making sound decisions independently. This is a hands-on role requiring someone who takes ownership of their responsibilities and communicates effectively with ownership.Primary Responsibilities* Manage daily care of 300-400 cows, including calving, feeding, and doctoring* Assist with and manage backgrounding cattle as needed* Handle all aspects of fencing, including electric fence* Oversee hay production, including baling and feeding* Operate equipment (tractors, balers, loaders, etc.)* Perform routine maintenance and general repairs* Maintain water systems and general ranch infrastructure* Work cattle horseback when needed (ability to bring horses is a plus)* Maintain basic records and communicate regularly with ownershipQualifications* Strong cow/calf ranch background required* Experience with: + Calving, feeding, and cattle health + Fencing (including electric fence) + Hay production* Backgrounding experience preferred* Good mechanical ability for routine maintenance and repairs* Strong decision-making, communication, and organizational skills* Ability to work independently and manage responsibilities without supervision* Team-oriented with a strong work ethicCompensation & Benefits* 4-5 bedroom home provided (well-maintained, updated)* Utilities provided* Work vehicle provided* Beef provided* Paid vacation* Health insurance available (employer pays ~50%)* Opportunity to run own cowsCompensation will be structured based on experience and overall fit, with the opportunity to build additional value through running cows. If a spouse has interest in assisting with ranch operations, there may be opportunities for involvement and additional compensation depending on the situation.LifestyleThis is a rural ranch setting, best suited for someone who enjoys independence, wide-open country, and working in a self-managed environment.**ALL INQUIRIES ARE KEPT CONFIDENTIAL. NO FEES TO APPLICANTS.***If you feel that you are not a candidate for this position, but know someone who is, we do offer a Referral Bonus if we place your referral into this position.* #### Phone:View phone number on click.appcast.io #### Fax:View phone number on click.appcast.io To apply please click on APPLY TO THIS POSITIONApply to this position #J-18808-Ljbffr