Full-time Ranch Hand needed at Exotic Game Ranch in Athens, Texas ~ $3,200/mo BOE

The Lazy W

Email

[email protected]

Location

Athens, TX

Job Type

Full Time, Year round

Salary

$3,200/mo (varies based on experience)

Posted

November 18, 2025

Housing Offered

Maybe

Experience

2-5 yrs

Sponsoring Work Visas?

How to Apply

Via Email

Private exotic game ranch in Athens, Texas is looking for one dependable, hard-working ranch hand to maintain the property and support daily wildlife and land management operations. This is a true outdoor job with a wide variety of tasks.

Responsibilities

Daily cleanup of outdoor areas, walkways, patios, driveways, and around shop/barn
Mowing, brush clearing, and trail maintenance throughout the ranch
Fence inspection and maintenance (repair wire, tighten posts, clear brush along fence lines)
Fill and maintain wildlife feeders (protein, corn, etc.) on schedule
Clean road culverts and drainage ditches as needed
Clean, maintain, and properly store all ranch power equipment and tools
Keep workshop/barn and surrounding areas clean, safe, and organized
Basic care of ranch utility vehicles (golf carts, mules, RTVs, etc.)
Light handyman tasks and minor repairs
Assist with other ranch support tasks as needed
Proactive attitude—spot and fix or report issues quickly

What We’re Looking For

Strong work ethic and reliability (references will be checked)
Experience with ranch work, land maintenance, fencing, or operating equipment strongly preferred
Comfortable running mowers, tractors, chainsaws, weed eaters, etc.
Ability to work independently with common sense
Respect for tools, equipment, property, and animals
Clean background check required