Ranch Caretaker needed on Large, Private Ranch in Sonoma County, California

Private

Location
Sonoma County, CA
Job Type
Full Time, Year round
Salary
$30-$38 /hour
Date Posted
November 1, 2024
Housing Offered
Yes
Experience
10+ yrs
How to Apply
Via Email

Ranch Caretaker
Sonoma County, CA
$30.00-$38.00 /hour, DOE

The Caretaker performs a full range of duties on a large private ranch property in Sonoma County. Responsible for ranch security; overall maintenance of roads, barn, grounds, and house; and operation and maintenance of ranch equipment (chainsaws, mowers, log splitter, tractor, etc.). Reports directly to the Property Owner. This is a full-time non-exempt (hourly) position with some Saturday and Sunday work. Benefits include PTO and housing (a two-bedroom caretaker house on the property (rent-free). Couples are strongly encouraged to apply.

Duties:

Ranch duties include, among others:

  • Regular checks of property and structures
  • Maintenance of roads and culverts
  • Maintenance and repair of water pipelines, irrigation, house, outbuildings, grounds
  • Maintenance of fences and gates
  • Product application and weed control of ponds
  • Maintenance and operation of ranch equipment
  • Cutting, splitting, and stacking of firewood
  • Removal of fallen or dying trees and debris
  • Vegetation management – County Firesafe Practices
  • Weed, thistle, blackberry, and poison oak management
  • Garden, orchard, and pasture care
  • Record keeping; petty cash account, equipment maintenance

Education and Experience:

  • High school graduation is required.
  • A minimum of ten (10) years of experience working on a farm or ranch, or related experience.
  • Experience in operating and maintaining ranch equipment such as tractors, mowers, chainsaws, etc. required.
  • Occupational skills certifications or completion of courses in supervision, forestry, grounds maintenance, or horticulture a plus.
  • Construction project experience or tree trimmer/climber experience a plus.

Licenses:

  • Possession of a valid Class C California Driver’s License and a good driving record.
  • Possession of, or ability to obtain, a Class B California Driver’s License (with airbrakes).
  • Possession of a California Department of Pesticide Regulation Qualified Applicator’s Certificate (QAC) a plus.

Skills:

  • Skill in communicating effectively in English both orally and in writing. Must be able to read English language sufficiently to understand written instructions and directions, including label directions and operating / maintenance manuals.
  • Skill in communicating effectively in Spanish a plus
  • Basic math skills
  • Skills in the proper operation and maintenance of ranch and agricultural equipment, tractors, tools, etc.
  • Skills to oversee contractors
  • Skills to perform minor electrical, plumbing, and carpentry tasks

Physical Effort:

  • Requires the ability to work out-of-doors year-round, lift and transport ranch supplies and equipment, walk for prolonged periods of time often on uneven terrain.
  • Requires a full range of physical motion to operate manual and powered ranch machinery, tools, and equipment.
  • Requires the ability to access areas that may only be accessible by climbing ladders.

Work Environment:

  • Work a flexible schedule to meet ranch needs. Full-time with some Saturday and Sunday work.
  • Generally, work alone with minimal supervision. Self-direct and prioritize day-to-day tasks. May work with contractors or ranch hand.
  • All smoking and tobacco use are prohibited on ranch property.

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Email
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