Ranch Hand / Intern
Job Description
Duties
- Assist with daily animal husbandry tasks, including feeding, watering, and health monitoring of livestock such as horses, cattle, or other farm animals
- Processing and working cattle
- Rotational grazing (with the use of GeoFence technology)
- Animal records (701X software)
- Operate farm machinery and heavy equipment safely for tasks like irrigation (Pivots, gated pipe and flood), hauling / feeding hay and land / pasture maintenance
- Handle heavy lifting and physical labor required for maintaining pastureland, barns, or storage facilities.
- Build / repair fence (high tensile, barb and board fences)
- Prior experience or interest in farming, agriculture, or horticulture is preferred but not mandatory; willingness to learn is essential
- Basic mechanical knowledge and familiarity with farm machinery or heavy equipment operation is highly desirable
- Demonstrated ability to perform heavy lifting and physically demanding tasks safely
- Knowledge of animal husbandry practices including feeding routines and health monitoring
- Ability to use hand tools, power tools, equipment and perform routine maintenance tasks effectively
This paid position is ideal for motivated individuals eager to develop practical skills in ranch operations while contributing to a well-maintained agricultural environment. We value energetic team players who are committed to safety, quality care for animals, and continuous learning.
Must be a Wyoming Resident
Pay: $18.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
XL
XL Ranch
External employer
Cowley, WY, United States
Full-time
Posted on May 12, 2026