ECRC Ranch Hand

ECRC Ranch Hand page is loaded## ECRC Ranch Hand remote type:
Fully in-person/on-site locations:
Akron, COtime type:
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Job Description ## Position Summary Colorado State University seeks temporary ranch hands for the livestock and farming operations at the Eastern Colorado Research Center near Akron, Colorado. Enterprises include a commercial herd of 300 cows, yearly development of 500 replacement heifers, a 1000 head research feedlot, and 450 acres of dryland farm ground. The facility serves multiple purposes including research, education, extension, and outreach.

This temporary hourly position will assist with ranch and feed operations for livestock as well as facilities maintenance.## Essential

Job Duties
** Ranch Operations**:
Monitors cattle breeding; calving; processing, branding; identifying and treating sick animals; and administering weekend feeding. Data collected informs research which entails recommendations that impact the health and well-being of the cattle and impacts future management practices.
** Facilities Maintenance:
** Provide repair, construction, maintenance to general facilities such as main buildings, fencing and yard areas.## Conditions of Employment Pre-employment criminal background check (required for new hires).Supervision None##

Minimum Qualifications
* Experience in beef cattle/or feedlot setting.
* Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to work a flexible work arrangement including evenings and weekend hours during peak season.
* Ability to meet the physical demands of this position, which include the ability to lift up to 50lbs. daily and will require manual dexterity, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching and handling.
* Ability to work in environmental conditions to include exposure to weather and noise. Hazards include working in proximity to moving, mechanical parts.##

Preferred Qualifications
* Experience in upkeep and maintenance of facilities, equipment, land, and/or feed resources.
* Commitment to quality assurance, humane livestock handling, performance testing, and accurate data collection and recording is essential.
* Candidate must demonstrate integrity and professionalism in a team environment.
* Valid driver's license or the ability to obtain a driver's license or access to a licensed driver by the employment start date.## # Salary Range $17.00# Required Application Documents

To apply , please upload the following applicant documents. Ensure your materials fully address the required and preferred job qualifications of the position. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

Resume/CV# # Employee Benefits Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.# # Background Check Policy Statement# Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students.

To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.#

# EEO Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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