Headwaters Ranch in the Texas Hill Country needs six ranch hands from January 1 through November 1, 2027, on a schedule of about 51 hours a week. This is horseback cattle work mixed with general ranch upkeep: gathering, sorting and moving cattle, branding and vaccinating, birthing calves, clearing brush with heavy equipment and chainsaws, repairing fence, and running cube wagons. Wildlife chores include filling feeders and trapping feral hogs. One month of cattle experience is required, and the job involves lifting 100 pounds. Housing is employer-provided, with at least weekly rides to buy groceries. Pay is $12.27 an hour with a range up to $15.79. Apply through the federal job order page.
| Pay | $12.27–$15.79 per hour |
|---|---|
| Employment Type | Seasonal |
| Season | Jan 1, 2027 – Nov 1, 2027 |
| Housing | Provided |
| Meals | Not provided |
| Experience | Some experience |
| Location | Fredericksburg, Texas |
| Job Type | Cowboy |
| Posted | Oct 31, 2026 |
| Apply By | Dec 15, 2026 |
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Summarized from a public posting on US Department of Labor SeasonalJobs H-2A job order H-300-26292-308775, checked Oct 31. Not posted by the employer, and not yet verified by WildWork — confirm the details before you travel. Apply on the employer’s original posting.
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