Job Description
Job Description
Job Description
Benefits:
- Employee discounts
- Paid time off
Job Title: Seasonal Field Ranch Hand
Department: Ranch
Reports To: Director of the Ranch
Prepared Date: 05/27/2026
MISSION: Serve Sunrise Ranchs mission and stewardship through conscious, value-aligned ranch work that creates a safe, welcoming, and well-maintained agricultural environment supporting the overall purpose of the community. Contribute measurable operational outcomes through consistent field maintenance, effective irrigation support, dependable seasonal labor, and care for the land and shared spaces. Support the growing season by maintaining productive pastures, efficient watering practices, and safe outdoor operations while demonstrating reliability, teamwork, and respect for the Sunrise Ranch community. Through diligent stewardship and collaborative service, help sustain the physical foundation that supports Sunrise Ranchs educational programs, guests, residents, and mission-centered activities.
WORK AVAILABILITY: Up to 29 hours, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays.
SALARY RANGE: $16.00 - $18.00 DOE
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Ranch and Field Maintenance
- Mow and maintain designated farm and ranch pasture areas
- Perform seasonal field upkeep, including hand digging and weed removal
- Assist with maintaining clean, safe, and functional outdoor work areas
2. Irrigation Operations
- Assist with irrigation setup, monitoring, and operation
- Support hand set and wheel line irrigation systems
- Help ensure proper watering schedules and efficient field irrigation practices
3. General Ranch Labor
- Perform general ranch labor and seasonal maintenance tasks as assigned
- Support daily operational needs throughout the growing season
- Work independently and collaboratively to complete assigned projects efficiently
4. Safety and Team Support
- Follow safe work practices while operating outdoors and performing physical labor
- Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members regarding daily tasks and field conditions
- Maintain dependable attendance and punctuality throughout the season
QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS: Core Competencies
- Strong work ethic and reliability
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Team-oriented attitude and willingness to assist where needed
- Adaptability and flexibility in changing outdoor conditions
- Attention to detail and task follow-through
- Positive attitude toward outdoor and agricultural work
Minimum Qualifications
- Ability to work outdoors in varied weather conditions
- Ability to perform physically demanding labor, including lifting, bending, walking, digging, and standing for extended periods
- Dependable, punctual, and self-motivated
- Ability to follow directions and complete tasks safely and efficiently
- Availability to work the seasonal schedule, including mornings and weekends as needed
Preferred Skills and Experience
- Previous ranch, farm, landscaping, or agricultural experience
- Experience with irrigation systems, including hand sets and wheel lines
- Familiarity with general ranch maintenance and outdoor labor tasks
- Experience operating basic landscaping or field maintenance equipment
- Interest in agriculture, ranch operations, or outdoor work
CONDITIONS: As a member of the staff of Sunrise Ranch, contributes to the overall success and fulfillment of our mission through:
- Creative, uplifting expression that inspires others
- Enthusiastic contribution to the fabric of the Sunrise Ranch community
- Diligent, productive work that contributes to the Sunrise Ranch team effort
- Supporting, promoting and contributing to the vision, plan and work of the Spiritual Director and the Trustees of Emissaries of Divine Light
- Gives clear, supportive surround for guests, visitors and staff
Work hours: Seasonal position running through September. Scheduled 45 days per week (WednesdaySunday), approximately 45 hours per day, with morning shifts preferred between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
Benefits: Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
Physical Requirements: - Ability to perform physically demanding outdoor work for extended periods of time
- Frequent walking on uneven terrain, bending, kneeling, digging, lifting, pulling, and reaching
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly
- Ability to safely operate basic ranch, landscaping, and irrigation equipment
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat, wind, rain, and sun exposure
- Ability to stand and move continuously throughout scheduled shifts
- Sufficient stamina and mobility to perform repetitive manual labor tasks during the growing season
Job Tags
Seasonal work, Shift work, Night shift, Day shift