Location:
Private Ranch – Texas (Must live within 40 minutes)
About the Role
CLM Land Company LLC is looking for a dependable, experienced Equipment Operator / Ranch Manager to maintain and improve a private ranch property.
This is a hands-on, independent role for someone who takes pride in their work, is highly self-motivated, and has strong experience operating heavy equipment. Much of the work is performed alone, so reliability and sound judgment are critical.
What You’ll Be Doing
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Maintain and improve ranch roads and drainage
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Help maintain equipment
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Maintain fire lanes and perform fire prevention work
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Clear underbrush under oak trees and manage canopy height
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Remove dead trees and control cedar growth
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Operate skid steer and assist with heavy equipment work
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Help oversee additional ranch labor when needed
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Keep shop, tools, and equipment clean and organized
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Prepare property and cabins for occasional owner visits
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Ensure ranch vehicles and equipment are ready for use
Equipment You’ll Use
- Skid steer (required experience)
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Preferred experience or opportunity to train on:Dozer, Excavator, Scraper, Roller, Water truck, Dump truck, Backhoe
What We’re Looking For
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Minimum 5 years of heavy equipment experience
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Strong skid steer experience (required)
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Basic ranch or land management experience
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Comfortable working independently (often alone)
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Experience with chainsaws and land clearing preferred
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Must live within 40 minutes of the ranch
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Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
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Background check
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive hourly pay (based on experience)
- Health benefits available after probationary period
- Two weeks paid vacation (with advance approval)
Important Notes
This is a physically demanding, outdoor position. Work includes exposure to weather, terrain, and rural conditions. Safety and good judgment are essential.
How to apply
Please include a summary of equipment experience, your current location, availability, and previous employer references.
