⭐️ Ranch Hand / Equipment Operator needed in central Florida

Full-Time | Year-Round Opportunity

Salary: $25-$35 per hour DOE (Depending on Experience)
Housing Offered: Maybe (On-site housing may be available for the right candidate(s))
Sponsoring Work Visas: No

We are seeking a dependable, hardworking Ranch Hand / Equipment Operator to assist with the maintenance and improvement of privately owned ranch properties located in Hardee and Polk Counties, Florida.

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working outdoors, takes pride in maintaining land and equipment, and has experience operating heavy machinery in agricultural or ranch environments.

We are not simply looking to fill a position—we are seeking someone who wants to be part of a long-term vision. We value individuals who show initiative, operate with integrity, and bring a strong work ethic to everything they do. The ideal candidate understands that ranch operations are dynamic, requiring flexibility, problem-solving skills, and a willingness to step in wherever needed to keep the ranch running efficiently and looking its best.

Primary Responsibilities

Operate heavy equipment including:

• Skid Steers / Bobcats
• Backhoes
• Tractors
• Excavators (experience preferred)
• Mowers and other field maintenance equipment

Perform field and pasture maintenance, including:

• Mowing and brush control
• Clearing fence lines
• Road and trail maintenance
• Drainage improvements
• General land clearing and upkeep

Assist with ranch infrastructure projects, including:

• Fence repair and installation
• Gate installation and maintenance
• Culvert and roadway repairs
• Property improvements as needed
• Conduct routine inspections and basic maintenance on equipment
• Perform general ranch labor and groundskeeping duties

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating heavy equipment required
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Mechanical aptitude and basic equipment maintenance skills preferred
• Experience in agriculture, ranching, land management, construction, or similar outdoor work environments
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Ability to work outdoors in Florida weather conditions

Bonus Skills

The following skills are not required but are highly desirable:

• Carpentry
• Electrical
• Plumbing
• Outfitting and guiding experience
• Hunting and wildlife management
• Agricultural and livestock experience

Desired Traits

• Strong work ethic
• Dependable and punctual
• Safety conscious
• Problem solver
• Team-oriented with a positive attitude
• Takes pride in producing high-quality work and maintaining well-kept properties

Compensation & Opportunity

• Competitive pay based on, and increasing with experience and skill level
• Potential on-site housing available for the right candidate
• Full-time, year-round position
• Opportunity to work on select manageable ranch properties with a variety of equipment and projects
• Long-term growth opportunity for the right individual

Location

Hardee County & Polk County, Florida

How to Apply

Please submit your work history, relevant equipment experience, references, and contact information to our email address. Be sure to include the types of equipment you have operated and the number of years of experience with each.

We are looking for a reliable individual who can take initiative, work safely, and help maintain and improve our ranch properties for years to come.