Ranch Hand

General: Large ranch in north-central South Dakota seeks an experienced ranch hand.  The ranch is a fourth-generation family owned commercial cow-calf operation.

Essential Functions: Ranch Hand duties include calving, heard health, branding and vaccinating cattle, feeding, haying and equipment maintenance work. No farming.   

Ranch hand will work under the direction of the ranch owner.  Successful applicant will gain real-world knowledge of rotational grazing, maintenance of riparian areas and best practices conservation techniques.

Necessary Skills: Ranch Hand must be able to take direction, think on his feet, and be a self-starter. Experience working with cattle is essential. Ability to ride a horse is helpful. Ability to perform general equipment maintenance.

Salary: Depends upon experience.

Benefits: Housing, benefits and beef provided.