Ranch Hand needed at Longhorn Cattle Ranch in Galveston County, Texas

Rockin D Longhorns

Location
Santa Fe, TX
Job Type
Full Time, Year round
Salary
Competitive Salary based on experience
Posted
May 5, 2026
Housing Offered?
No
Experience
0-2 yrs
Sponsoring Work Visas?
No
How to Apply
Via Email

A Longhorn cattle ranch in Santa Fe, Texas is seeking a motivated, dependable all‑around ranch hand. The ranch is family owned and managed. This role requires someone who is a self‑starter, able to work independently, and comfortable handling a wide range of daily ranch operations. This is not a riding or cowboying position at this time.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Water system operation, maintenance, and repair
  • Assisting with cattle work as needed (vaccinations, horn measurement, branding, pasture moves, medical care, pregnancy checks)
  • Daily cattle oversight (feed, hay, water, general monitoring)
  • Horse stable care: mucking stalls, feeding, watering, and overall maintenance
  • Duck house cleaning, feeding, and upkeep
  • Fence repair and maintenance
  • Operating tractors, lawn mowers, weed eaters, sprayers, and other equipment
  • Service and maintain ranch equipment as needed
  • General ranch duties and maintenance as assigned (may vary dependent on ranch needs)

Requirements

  • Basic mechanical skills
  • Ability to operate tractors, skid steers, and similar equipment (or willingness to learn quickly)
  • Punctual, reliable and have a strong work ethic
  • Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 80 lbs
  • Valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and reliable transportation
  • Subject to a background check and drug screening
  • Prior ranch experience preferred but not required

Position Details

  • Hours per week needed regularly fluctuate based on seasons and emergencies.
  • Full‑time and part‑time positions available (open to discussion for the right candidate)
  • 40-60 hours average per week for full time position, can be more
  • Competitive Salary based on experience
  • Long term opportunity for the right fit.

TO APPLY:

  • To apply, please send your resume and cover letter for consideration to our email address.
Rockin' D Longhorns TX

Email
[email protected]

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