Ranch Hand Needed near Helotes, Texas

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TCW Management

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Helotes, Texas
Job Type
Full Time
Salary
DOE
Date Posted
September 4, 2015

Looking for a long-term grounds Ranch Hand/Worker for a private ranch (almost 1,200 acres) north of San Antonio between Helotes and Pipe Creek off of Hwy 16.

MUST BE A NON-SMOKER

Must have prior ranch hand, equine experience and common knowledge skills.

Must have a valid driver’s license and experience pulling large trailers and driving tractors and similar equipment.

Must be an expert rider with a sincere love and appreciation for horses. NO SPURS.

Must be able to lift at least 75 lbs.

Must have good texting skills.

Ranch truck provided for on-site transportation and business errands.

Ranch does not currently have a barn or corral. May need to assist owner with the coordination of construction of buildings.

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

– Mild exercise of horses and assist owner with trail riding around ranch.

– Feeding of horses and longhorns – as needed

– Feeding of cats and clean litter boxes daily

– Monitor health of all animals and inform employer on a daily basis if there are any animals of concern.

– Work with farrier as needed; notify Employer about what was done

– Fill and maintain deer feeders

– Ensure that all feed is fully stocked by Friday of each week

– Clean mobile home once a week – sweeping and mopping floors

– Repairs and maintenance as needed to water troughs, pumps and cisterns

– Repairs and maintenance as needed to equipment, fences, gates, trees, road, etc.

– Maintain ranch truck in good working condition; notify Employer when oil changes or repairs are necessary.

– Duties may include managing of any additional ranch workers.

– Any other items requested by Employer

Work Quality:

– COMMUNICATION IS KEY. Must be willing to text the owner and be open with communication.

– Must use COMMON SENSE and be willing to go the extra mile

– All work is to be neat, clean, professional

– Clean up after yourself – put everything back where it belongs

– Quality tools and supplies will be provided – just ask if you need something

– If it is broke – fix it or notify Employer

– Use your time wisely, all work that can be done separately should be performed as such.

Requirements:

– NO SMOKING

– Must be patient and attentive.

– Must have knowledge and ability to text. Owner will reimburse for texting capabilities.

– Previous ranch hand and equine experience

– Must have reliable transportation to and from work

– Dependable and self-motivated

– Must have a valid driver’s license

– Must have all proper documents & paperwork for employment

– Ability to lift, pull and push up to 75 lbs, carry materials, bend, twist, kneel, climb and balance.

– No prior felonies (background check will be completed)

Please tell us a little about yourself and email for an application or submit your resume.

[email protected]

We maintain a policy of equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or any other classification protected by law.

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