Ranch Hand / General Laborer

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THIS POSITION IS IN CHARLOTTE, TX!

Overview

The Ranch Hand - General Laborer performs manual labor tasks associated with many facets of the construction job site. Responsible for producing high quality work, safely and productively at all times, and providing feedback to ensure all materials, tools, equipment and information is available for the work. Looks for opportunities for improvement in all tasks, means and methods regarding the work, and is willing to learn from others. Must learn and understand all safety hazards related to the work and also learn to safely and effectively use or operate work related tools and equipment.

Responsibilities

*The following are intended as general illustrations of the work in this job class and are not all-inclusive for this position.

Perform general clean-up

Dig footings with hand tools

Back filing

Load and unload materials

Strip concrete forms

Operate power tools, such as vibrators, compactors, jackhammers, or chipping guns

Clean and prepare sites, dig trenches, set braces to support the sides of excavations, clean up rubble and debris

Perform other physical tasks requiring minimum skill and/or experience

Assist other craft workers as needed

Maintain roads, ditches or pipes and pumps.

Apply fertilizer or pesticide solutions to control insects, fungi, and weeds.

Choose and buy supplies, such as seed, deer corn, and farm machinery parts.

Operate, inspect, maintain and repair farm equipment, such as tractors and machinery.

Perform landscape maintenance, such as mowing, edging and weed control

Clean and maintain ranch buildings and facilities.

Perform routine maintenance: minor repairs and troubleshooting issues to appliances, fixtures and systems within the camp house

Cleaning, vacuuming and general housekeeping tasks such as sweeping, mopping, dusting, straightening of furniture, and removal of waste prior to/after camp house use

Knowledge of farm and ranch equipment care, maintenance and safety.

Knowledge of general carpentry and repair.

Chain saw and pole saw

Operate and maintain equipment such as John Deere tractors, planters, hay rakes, balers, shredders, sprayers, skid steers, track loaders, and dump trucks as needed.

Perform fence building and repair, including gates, braces, and welding.

Ensure upkeep of all ranch properties, including fields, hay pastures, buildings, feeders and blinds.

Assist with field dressing & disposal after hunts

Minor handy man jobs

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Physical

Must be able to push/pull, lift, or carry up to 50 lbs., but may occasionally push/pull, lift, or carry up to 100 lbs.

Subject to repetitive use of hands/arms, and legs

Hand/eye coordination

Must be able to communicate (hear, comprehend, and speak) to safely perform work

Will need to be able to perform sedentary to heavy work

May operate hand and power tools (electric, gas, and pneumatic) of all types with proper training and authorization

Climb and maintain balance on steel/wood framework, stairs, ladders and scaffolds

Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis

Position may require prolonged bending/twisting, walking, crawling, kneeling, reaching overhead, squatting, pushing /pulling, or standing and lifting

Must be able to walk on uneven surfaces, muddy conditions, loose rock, loose/soft sand, etc.

May be required to work in confined spaces

Will be exposed to adverse weather conditions (Heat, Cold, Rain, Etc.)

May need to wear a respirator

Mental

Must have the ability to talk and communicate effectively with management/ supervision

Work at various tempos, and concentrate amid distractions

Decision making skills necessary

Detail-oriented; must be able to remember, examine, and observe details

3 - Field Hourly