Ranch Hand – Ryan, Oklahoma

Ryan, Oklahoma
Posted 2 weeks ago
42,000 to 48,000 USD / Year

Overview
We are seeking a dependable Ranch Hand to join our Red Angus operation near Ryan, Oklahoma. This role offers the opportunity to work on a family-oriented ranch running both registered and commercial cattle. The ideal candidate will have hands-on cattle experience, strong work ethic, and the ability to handle a wide range of ranch duties.

Key Responsibilities

Assist with daily cattle care, including feeding, health checks, and other seasonal duties.
Support registered herd operations, including record-keeping and sale preparation.
Maintain and repair ranch infrastructure (fencing, water systems, corrals, etc.).
Operate and maintain equipment such as skid steers, mini-excavators, feed pickups, and trailers.
Haul cattle with 24–32 ft. trailers; must safely operate trucks and equipment.
Perform general ranch tasks such as digging ditches, setting solar water pumps, and checking pastures.
Participate in branding and processing cattle (roping and dragging to the fire or chute work).
Conduct regular horseback or ATV use for checking cattle and fences.
Collaborate with the owner and team to ensure ranch operations run smoothly.

Qualifications

Proven cattle-handling experience; knowledge of both commercial and registered herds preferred.
Valid driver’s license with trailer-pulling experience.
Ability to safely operate ranch machinery and equipment.
Horseback skills strongly preferred (roping ability a plus, but not required).
Strong work ethic, reliability, and willingness to take on diverse ranch duties.
Comfortable working alongside the owner in a hands-on environment.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: $3,500–$4,000/month, depending on experience.
On-site housing provided (recently remodeled home, 5 acres).
Utilities included.
Beef allowance (full or half beef per year, depending on family size).
Opportunity to keep up to 2 personal horses (negotiable).
Family-oriented, long-term opportunity with growth potential.

Schedule

Full-time role, 5–6 days per week.
Some weekend/evening work required during busy seasons (weaning, branding, calving).
Lighter hours and flexibility during slower times.

About the Operation
Our ranch runs approximately 700 commercial cows and 150 registered Red Angus cows, with an annual production sale each April (about 50 bulls). We value dependable hands who take pride in quality cattle care, ranch maintenance, and teamwork.

Ranch Hand - Ryan