Ranch Hand needed at Family-owned Hunting & Livestock Ranch in Texas ~ Couples welcome

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Location
Junction, TX
Job Type
Full Time, Year round
Salary
DOE
Posted
August 18, 2025
Housing Offered
Yes
Experience
0-2 yrs
Sponsoring Work Visas?
No

Family-owned 2,400-acre high-fenced ranch in Junction, TX.   This is both a hunting and livestock ranch.

We work with a military foundation and host combat wounded Vets.

Animals on ranch: Wagyu Cattle, Whitetail deer, Zebras, Red Stag, Scimitar Oryx and other exotic animals.

Equipment on ranch: 2 Dozers, Bobcat, tractor, ATVs and miscellaneous vehicles.

Under the supervision of a Ranch Foreman, Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Work safely!
  • Maintain ranch infrastructure including fences, roads, water systems, housing, deer blinds, and buildings (painting, repair and upkeep)
  • Clean and maintain ranch equipment, vehicles, and facilities
  • Care for ranch animals
  • Fill feeders
  • Operate and maintain heavy equipment
  • Mowing and yard upkeep
  • Support or Guide guest hunters (some with physical disabilities)
  • Clean and dress harvested wildlife
  • Handle cattle (minimal)
  • Assist with habitat management (e.g., brush control and chemical application)
  • Support general day-to-day ranch operations

Qualifications/Requirements:

  • Willing to undergo and pass a background check and drug screening and provide references
  • Guiding experience would be nice (willing to train the right candidate)
  • Ability to work outdoors for extended periods in both hot and cold conditions
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Ability to lift and carry over 65 lbs and perform physically demanding tasks
  • Must be flexible, hospitable, trustworthy, self-motivated, and able to work independently or as part of a team
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Strong initiative, communication, and problem-solving
  • Everyone brings something unique, and we’re happy to consider a variety of skills that may benefit the ranch. If you have talents beyond the listed tasks I’d love to hear about it.

Salary: DOE. Work is generally Monday – Friday with some weekend work during hunting season or events.

Housing: We can provide partially furnished trailer on the property with utilities provided with vehicles for ranch use only.

TO APPLY:

Forward cover letter & resume to our email address listed.

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