Ranch Hand needed at Diversified Operation in central New Mexico (near Albuquerque)

Goemmer Ranch

Location
Willard, NM
Job Type
Full Time, Year round
Salary
$2,200-$2,400 /mo
Posted
April 20, 2026
Housing Offered?
Yes
Experience
2-5 yrs
Sponsoring Work Visas?
No
How to Apply
Via Email

Pay: $2,200.00 – $2,400.00 per month

Overview

Join our dynamic team as a Ranch Hand/Laborer and become a vital part of maintaining a busy and thriving agricultural operation. This role offers the opportunity to work outdoors in a variety of hands-on tasks that keep the ranch running smoothly. Must have prior experience in handyman work, general home repair work to assist in keeping on-site buildings in good repair, also significant ranch duties, including fence repair,  irrigation equipment upkeep; tractor/machinery equipment maintenance, . We’re looking for motivated individuals eager to learn, grow, and make a tangible impact every day.

Responsibilities

  • Assist with feeding, watering, and general care for livestock such as cattle, horses, or other farm animals
  • Operate and maintain farm machinery and heavy equipment including tractors, loaders, and irrigation systems to ensure efficient land and crop management
  • Perform equipment repairs, welding, and basic maintenance to keep tools and machinery in optimal condition. Also requires lawn maintenace tasks. 
  • Handle heavy lifting of supplies, feed bags, fencing materials, and other farm-related items safely and efficiently
  • Use hand tools and power tools for fencing, building structures, setup and upkeep
  • Support irrigation operations by setting up or repairing watering systems to promote healthy crop growth
  • Supervise or assist with other team members in various tasks related to farming, horticulture, or animal handling as needed

Skills

  • Proven supervising experience in agricultural or ranch settings with the ability to lead by example
  • Mechanical knowledge for troubleshooting and repairing farm machinery and equipment
  • Extensive animal husbandry skills with a focus on animal care and handling techniques
  • Experience operating forklifts, heavy machinery, and power tools safely and effectively
  • Must be skilled at taking initiative to work through tasks to completion without direct supervision. 
  • Should have high situational awareness and ability to move through a “punch list” without direct oversight. Welding experience is not required, but a plus.  
  • Ability to perform heavy lifting consistently while maintaining safety standards
  • Basic math skills for measurements, record keeping, and inventory management
  • Strong communication skills to coordinate tasks within a team environment

On-site housing provided; plus health insurance and a certain supply of beef monthly.

This position reports to the on-site Ranch manager and offers an engaging environment with wide open spaces. We prioritize safety, teamwork, and continuous learning — empowering you to develop your expertise.  We provide on-site living quarters, ideal for a single person, but can also provide larger living quarters for ideal couple or family. 

TO APPLY:

If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves and grow with us in a lively setting that celebrates hard work and dedication, we encourage you to apply by submitting resume or letter of interest to our email address listed.

Goemmer Ranch NM

Email
[email protected]

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