Farm/Ranch Hand AS7713

Campus

OSU-Stillwater

Contact Name & Email: 

Dennis Wilbourn, dennis.wilbourn@okstate.edu

Work Schedule

tbd

Appointment Length

Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice

Hiring Range

$15.75 - $19.50

Hourly

Priority Application Date

While applications will be accepted until a successful candidate has been hired, interested parties are encouraged to submit their materials by 2026-11-02 to ensure full consideration.

Special Instructions to Applicants

For full consideration, please include a resume, cover letter and contact information for three professional references.

About this Position

Responsible for feed and care of university and client owned animals. Responsible for general maintenance of buildings and equipment. Experience in equine husbandry, welding, carpentry, and mechanical maintenance. Familiarity with farming practices, equipment operations, equipment repair, basic research practices in agricultural, horticulture or natural resources management.

Required Qualifications

• High School/GED (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)

• Three years of work experience.
  OR
  Two years of post-secondary education and one year of related work experience. 

Certifications, Registrations, and/or Licenses:

• Valid driver's license.

Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge:

• This position is heavy in manual labor and requires the physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently.  Familiarity with farming practices, equipment operations, equipment repair, basic research practices in agricultural, horticulture or natural resources management. Must have experience in equine husbandry, welding, carpentry, and mechanical maintenance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Five years related work experience. Two years of college or technical training

Working Conditions

• Inherent physical danger when working in livestock (farm) setting. Majority of duties are performed out-of-doors; conditions are typical of livestock (farm) operations. Must be familiar with the handling of stallions.
• Must be able to lift 75 pounds. Must have experience in equine husbandry, welding, carpentry, and mechanical maintenance.