Ranch Hand

Position: Ranch Hand

Supervisor: Ranch Director/Ranch Manager

Division: Reservation Services Administration

Department: Spofford Ranch

The Ranch Hand is responsible for the preservation of the ranch for future generations.

• Perform any combination of the following duties on a beef cattle ranch to attend to beef cattle:
  Herds, castrates and brands cattle.
• Inspect and repair fences, windmills, watering troughs and feed containers.
• Feed cattle supplemental food during shortages of natural forage.
• Train saddle horses.
• Ride beside horse being trained to prevent bucking or rider from being injured.
• Perform such other tasks as may be assigned from time to time by Ranch Director/Ranch Manager.

• Knowledge of ranch machines and tools, including their designs, uses, benefits, repair and maintenance.
• Must be able to communicate in English and/or Spanish.
• Ability to perform manual labor and work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Knowledge of livestock care and handling procedures, including health checks and feeding requirements.
• Proficiency in operating and maintaining ranch machinery and tools.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other ranch staff and communicate effectively regarding animal health and ranch operations.

This position does not carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.

Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or GED

Preferred Qualifications: Past or present ranch/farming experience.

KTTT recognizes preference for KTTT tribal members and qualified Native American tribal members including preferential treatment in recruitment, hiring, promotions, layoffs and reductions in force so long as they meet minimum job qualifications.

Email: HR