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Ranch Production Assistant
University of IdahoOff Campus Location - Salmon, Idaho, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 28 Jul 2026
💰 $38,000/yr
About the role
Position Information
Internal Posting?
Posting Number
SP005386P
Position Title
Ranch Production Assistant
Division/College
College of Agricultural & Life Sciences
Department
Nancy M. Cummings Research Center
Location
Off Campus Location - Salmon, Idaho
Posting Context Statement
Position Overview
Perform skilled and semi-skilled ranch and farm work in support of livestock care, forage production, irrigation, fencing, weed and pest control, and general agricultural operations. Operate and maintain agricultural equipment, support research activities, maintain records, and complete maintenance tasks necessary to sustain productive ranch and farm operations.
Duties may include:
- Monitor livestock and assist with feeding, health checks, treatments, calving, breeding, pasture rotation, watering, and cattle movement
- Build and maintain fencing, livestock enclosures, and other ranch infrastructure
- Perform forage production activities including field preparation, planting, fertilizing, spraying, mowing, cultivating, irrigating, harvesting, storing, and delivering crops and forages
- Assist with the establishment, maintenance, and harvest of field research plots and support cattle-related research activities
- Operate and perform routine maintenance on tractors, loaders, irrigation systems, and other agricultural equipment
- Maintain accurate livestock, crop, irrigation, equipment, and operational records and complete required reports, timesheets, email, and training
- Other duties as assigned
Position Qualifications
Required Experience
- Three years’ experience working in agriculture
- Experience working with and treating minor medical issues with cattle while in pastures and corrals
- Experience operating basic farm equipment and assisting with the maintenance of the tractors and trucks
- Experience working on ranch facilities, including performing duties on machines or horses
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Must have a valid driver’s license and ability to meet UI requirements for driving university vehicles
- Ability to weld, rope cattle, use a weed sprayer, operate and drive a variety of equipment
- Ability to effectively communicate with ranch employees, faculty, and staff
- Experience with a variety of irrigation methods
- Must be able to lift, carry, or otherwise move items weighing up to 80 lbs
- May require working in inclement weather (cold/hot/wet/windy/dusty)
Posting Information
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
Employee Category
Classified
Pay Range
$19 an hour or higher depending on experience
Type of Appointment
Fiscal Year
FTE
1
Full Time/Part Time
Full Time
Funding
This position is contingent upon the continuation of work and/or funding.
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy.
No
Posting Date
07/28/2026
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applications received by July 31, 2026, will receive first consideration.
Applicant Resources
https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources
Background Check Statement
Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
EEO Statement
The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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