Martin Livestock, LLC
Full time, resident position on 3,000 acre cow calf ranch operation in south central Texas. Located roughly 60 miles east of San Antonio in western Gonzales and eastern Guadalupe counties. Farm/Ranch life experience is required.
Seeking self-motivated, hard working ranch foreman to manage a 3,000 acre cow calf operation. Must be able to live in ranch house located on property. Must have extensive background in the cow calf management field. Knowledge of cattle breeds, diseases, vaccinations, feeding programs, agriculture equipment, cattle working operations, grasses, and weeds, is required. A bachelors degree in Ranch Management or another agriculture related field is required is preferred. Extensive relevant experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
Individual will be required to work 40 hours/week. Some weekend and night work will be mandatory.
Experience in the following areas is required:
Ranch Management
Cattle working techniques
Must be able to ride horse and work cattle horse back
Managing a budget and expense account
Efficiently prioritizing ranch work
Familiarity with cattle diseases
Tractor Operations
Tractor implements to include post hole digger, front end loader, shredder and herbicide sprayer
Applying herbicide weed killer (Herbicide Applicators License preferred)
Fence construction and maintenance
Welding
Basic mechanical skills
Basic carpentry skills
Basic plumbing skills
Individual must be a US citizen and have at least 5 years experience on a working cattle ranch. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and work in all weather elements. Must speak and write English. Spanish is a plus, but not required. Individual will be required to pass a drug test and be willing to take part in random drug tests if hired. Must clear a criminal background check and have a valid driver’s license. Individual will be required to submit driving record.
What we offer:
Ranch lifestyle
Salary range $26,000-$30,000/year depending on qualifications and experience
Bonus based on performance
2 bed/2 bath ranch house located on property
Ranch vehicle
Three week paid vacation and sick leave/year
Paid Holidays
Independent position
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