I am an experienced Ranch Hand seeking a live-in, long-term arrangement. I bring 7 years of full-time, live-in experience working in a farm / ranch environment providing hands-on care for livestock, property maintenance, and household support.
I am comfortable with physically demanding outdoor work, long hours, and full responsibility for animal care and daily farm / ranch operations. I have experience with a wide range of animals and am steady, reliable, and focused on doing work properly and consistently. I am available for quick relocation depending on the position.
I take pride in being dependable, practical, and thorough, and I work well in environments where animals and land require consistent, proper, daily care. I would appreciate the opportunity to discuss your property, animals, and expectations in more detail. Thank you for your time, attention, and consideration.
“No shortcuts — just meaningful work, attentive animal care, and practicality.”
SUMMARY
Dependable, focused, experienced live-in Ranch Hand with 7 years of full-time experience providing hands-on animal care, property maintenance, and household support in a farm / ranch environment. Comfortable with long-term live-in arrangements, physically demanding work, and 24/7 animal and property responsibility and oversight.
SKILL SETS & QUALIFICATIONS
Livestock feeding, handling, and basic care routines
Wide range of animal knowledge across species
Cleaning and sanitation of animal areas and property
Household management, sterilization, and support tasks
Errands, transportation, supply coordination / logistics
Live-in, around-the-clock responsibilities / commitments
Comfortable with physically demanding outdoor work
Groundskeeper; farm and property maintenance
Performing physical outdoor labor in all weather conditions
Flexible with living arrangements and space offered
EQUIPMENT AND LICENSING
Valid, current California Driver License
Owns truck suitable for both transport and work needs
Able to relocate quickly for live-in positions
Requires on-site parking for personal vehicle
EXPERIENCE
Live-in Ranch & Farm Hand / Household Support
Private Farm (Full-Time, Live-In) | 7 Years
• Provided daily, year-round care for a wide range of livestock and exotic animals (see detailed animal list below)
• Performed feeding, grooming, bathing, cleaning, and general health monitoring for animals
• Full property maintenance including upkeep of barns, fencing, grounds, and general farm infrastructure
• Assisted with transportation needs, errands, and food and supply management
• Provided household support: cleaning, meal preparation, grocery shopping, and general domestic duties
• Assisted with childcare and daily family support in a live-in, on-site role
• Maintained consistent 24/7 availability for farm, household, and animal needs as required