Ranch Technician

Employer:

Turner Enterprises Management, LLC
Supervisory Position:
No

Job Title:

Ranch Technician I
Uses Time & Attendance:
No

Location:

Gordon, Nebraska
Division:
Fawn Lake Ranch
Home Department: 685
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Position Type:
Full Time / Benefits Eligible
Housing Provided:
Yes

TURNER RANCHES SUMMARY
Turner Ranches are collectively known as the largest and most progressive bison operation in the world. We stand at the forefront of research, innovation, conservation, and production in the bison industry. Our mission statement “To manage Turner Lands in an economically and ecologically sustainable manner while conserving native species and habitats” provides a solid foundation for how we exercise balanced stewardship of the land while integrating conservation and commerce.

We are passionate about improving land health and diversity through innovative grazing practices and conservation management. Our Ranches are the model for sustainable ranching practices throughout the western United States. Low-stress livestock handling is an important component of how we promote the ethical and moral treatment of our animals. Our diverse team consists of veterinary, wildlife biology, ecology, range management, ranch management and hospitality professionals who provide a unique balance of knowledge and insight into the balanced management of the properties.

We provide an atmosphere in which our employees can grow and progress through work experience, training, and community involvement. If you are passionate about sustainable ranching and conservation, come help us make a difference and be part of something great!

LOCATION SUMMARY
Regenerative and Adaptive grazing systems are used to manage the native rangelands on the nearly 64,000 acres located in the Nebraska Sandhills in western Cherry County. The Ranch is composed of a 1,200 head breeding herd and 1000+ yearling bison. Ranch staff always utilize use low stress livestock handling techniques while interacting with the bison in pastures and corrals. The Ranch is located approximately 70 miles (via road) from Gordon, NE.

K-12 school is located in Hyannis, NE, 40 miles. Gordon and Alliance, NE (100 miles) provide all basic and most extended services, while North Platte, NE and Rapid City, SD (~150 miles) provide the services and amenities of a larger city.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This position incorporates cutting edge grazing practices and a high interest in stockmanship. The Ranch Technician I will be involved in the Management-intensive Grazing systems on native pastures. The employee will also be involved in operation and maintenance of the ranch equipment. Temporary electric fence, as well as new fence construction and maintenance, are frequent tasks for the employee. The ability and skills to use horses and ATVs to perform ranch work including moving bison is required.

As a Ranch Technician I, the job responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

Develop and maintain ranch buildings, fences, corrals and water sources.
Move and handle bison in pasture and corral.
Perform general ranch work.
Use chemicals to assist with weed control.
Watch for fires during storms /fight fires in the event of one.
Vaccinate livestock using syringes and hypodermic needles.
Safely operate and maintain vehicles, tractors, and heavy equipment with various attachments.
Safely operate ATVs, UTVs and Snowmobiles.
Participate in ranch safety programs.
Use of welder, plasma cutter, cutting torch and shop equipment.
Perform range monitoring and grazing planning.
All other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This job does not have supervisory responsibilities.

COMPETENCIES AND CHARACTERISTICS
To perform the job successfully, an individual should…