PLEASE NOTE: We will not reply if your resume does not meet position requirements. Please understand your education and experience must match our job listings for you to be considered. You must be a U.S. Citizen or a Permanent Resident to be considered for any U.S. positions.\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nThere is NO closing date on this position. This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nHansen Agri-PLACEMENT is searching for a qualified Ranch/Farm Assistant for a well-established Nebraska livestock operation located in Nebraska. This progressive family-run operation combines a solid cow/calf and backgrounding program with supporting crop production and is seeking a dependable individual who is strong with livestock but also capable and willing to assist across the farm when needed. This position is geared toward someone with a ranch mindset and strong cattle experience, while still being comfortable operating equipment, helping with hay production, irrigation, and general farm responsibilities.\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nOperation Overview\r\n\r\n\r\n\t400-head spring-calving cow/calf herd\r\n\tBackgrounding approximately 1,100 calves annually\r\n\t\r\n\t\tRoughly 700–750 head at one time through fall/winter\r\n\t\r\n\t\r\n\t1,100 acres of cropland\r\n\t\r\n\t\tCorn, alfalfa, and some soybeans\r\n\t\r\n\t\r\n\tIrrigated hay and row crops\r\n\t7 center pivots plus some additional irrigation\r\n\tLarge round bale hay program with some haylage\r\n\tDiversified operation where crops support the cattle program\r\n\r\n\r\nThis is a well-run, established operation with a strong livestock focus supported by an active farming program.\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nPosition Overview\r\n\r\nEmployer is seeking a well-rounded Ranch/Farm Assistant whose strengths lean toward livestock work and backgrounding cattle, but who is also willing and able to help with equipment operation, haying, irrigation, and seasonal crop work.\r\nThis individual will work directly with ownership and be involved in day-to-day ranch and farm activities. The right person will take pride in animal care, be attentive to details, and be willing to step in wherever needed.\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nPrimary Responsibilities\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nLivestock & Ranch Duties\r\n\r\n\r\n\tAssist with cow/calf herd\r\n\tSupport backgrounding operations\r\n\tFeeding and daily cattle care\r\n\tSpotting, pulling, and treating sick cattle\r\n\tProcessing and receiving cattle\r\n\tAssist during calving season\r\n\tMonitor cattle health and performance\r\n\tGeneral ranch upkeep\r\n\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nFarm & Equipment Duties\r\n\r\n\r\n\tTractor and equipment operation\r\n\tAssist with hay production (swathing, raking, baling)\r\n\tIrrigation monitoring and maintenance (pivots and some pipe)\r\n\tGeneral maintenance and repairs\r\n\tSeasonal planting and harvest assistance\r\n\tYard and facility upkeep\r\n\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nPosition will involve both livestock and crop responsibilities, with emphasis on cattle work and supporting the overall operation.\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nIdeal Candidate\r\n\r\n\r\n\tSolid livestock experience, particularly with cattle\r\n\tComfortable with animal health and feeding\r\n\tCalving experience helpful\r\n\tWilling and able to assist with crop and equipment work\r\n\tMechanically inclined\r\n\tIrrigation experience a plus\r\n\tDependable and self-motivated\r\n\tTeam-oriented with good attitude\r\n\tLooking for long-term opportunity\r\n\tStable work history preferred\r\n\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nEmployer is looking for someone who enjoys cattle work but understands the importance of helping across all areas of a diversified operation.\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nBENEFITS:\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nNegotiable\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nALL INQUIRIES ARE KEPT CONFIDENTIAL. NO FEES TO APPLICANTS.\r\n\r\nIf you feel that you are not a candidate for this position, but know someone who is, we do offer a Referral Bonus if we place your referral into this position.\r\n
