Maintains the required animal welfare training and follow animal use protocols governed by the AgriLife Animal Care and Use committee (AACUC).
Performs feeding duties and maintains animal care standards.
Communicates animal health concerns immediately to supervisor. Identifies, examines, and treats sick animals under supervision.
Maintains livestock records on management software. Inputs livestock data weekly and reports updates in weekly operations meeting. Records include production schedules, live sessions, pasture moves, treatments, and sales.
Manages assets including procurement, reporting, inventory tagging, mileage, and fuel logs.
Ensures ranch infrastructure is in good repair by submitting work orders, conducting routine maintenance, and identifying areas for improvement.
These duties require operating an agency vehicle.
Land Management
Conducts rangeland health assessments, collects forage measurements, and reports pasture conditions in weekly operations meetings.
Prioritizes brush control in pastures and pens and controls brush with chainsaws and herbicide.
Implements and monitors wildlife control systems for livestock predators including coyotes, cats, and pigs.
Coordinates with hunting parties on site at multiple locations. Functions as part of a wildlife management team.
Coordinates with research team to troubleshoot and repair remote sensing and monitoring technologies across locations.
These duties require operating an agency vehicle.
Infrastructure and Maintenance of Ranching Systems
Conducts preventive maintenance and light repairs on all ranching equipment including chutes, gates, trailers, feeding equipment, and tools.
Monitors and conducts light repairs on livestock watering systems including water reservoirs, troughs, solar systems, pumps, pipelines, and remote monitoring equipment. Places work orders for major water system repairs or replacements. Collects and records rainwater measurements.
Surveys and repairs any existing fences on pastures and pens. Prioritizes fence replacement work orders.
Maintains custodial care of feed, equipment, residential, and storage buildings. Organization and appearance of buildings align with Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) and AACUC inspection standards.
Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Four years of related experience.
Valid driver's license.
Current Pesticide Applicator License preferred or ability to obtain a license within 6 months of hire.
Knowledge of livestock feeding and care and equipment and facility maintenance.
Knowledge of low-stress livestock handling practices.
Ability to evaluate the health of animals.
Strong understanding of livestock feeding systems and animal nutrient requirements.
Ability to drive a tractor and skid steer.
Ability to operate a pickup and gooseneck trailer.
Strong computer skills in Microsoft applications including Outlook, Excel, and word. This also includes internet knowledge.
Ability to complete necessary reporting requirements outlined by the agency and state of Texas.
Ability to become proficient in software applications for livestock management and business processes.
Working knowledge or ability to become proficient in technology including Bluetooth readers, GPS, Lora tech, trackers, and trail cameras.
Verbal and written communication skills in a professional manger.
Ability to work independently once given a project.
Ability to multitask and work coope
Benefits
Health insuranceVision insuranceRemote work optionsEquity / stock options
Additional Information
Job Title
Farm Foreman II-1
Agency
Texas A&M Agrilife Research
Department
San Angelo
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
San Angelo, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
About Texas A&M AgriLife
Texas A&M AgriLife is comprised of the following Texas A&M University System members:
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service
Texas A&M AgriLife Research
College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University
Texas A&M Forest Service
Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory
As the nation's largest most comprehensive agriculture program, Texas A&M AgriLife brings together a college and four state agencies focused on agriculture and life sciences within The Texas A&M University System. With over 5,000 employees and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M AgriLife is uniquely positioned to improve lives, environments and the Texas economy through education, research, extension and service.
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Position Information
The Farm Foreman II, under direction, supervises and participates in farm work including the care of animals and protection of TAMU owned natural resources. Position performs duties across multiple locations with majority of time spent on ranch located south of Menard, TX. Livestock under management includes sheep, goats, cattle, horses, and working dogs.
Tamus · San Angelo, TX