Gregory Forshee

​I am a highly capable and versatile Ranch Hand and Operations Manager with over 17 years of hands-on mechanical and construction trade experience, combined with an extensive background in large-scale livestock operations. A true Pacific Northwesterner returning West, I specialize in horseback cattle management, heavy equipment repair, welding, and general ranch infrastructure upkeep. I come fully equipped with my own proprietary tools, diesel truck, and trailer, ready to deliver an unwavering work ethic and immediate value to a dynamic cattle operation.

• Owner / General Contractor | Residential Construction (2025-Present)
  • ​Operate a successful residential contracting business, independently managing complex structural builds, plumbing, electrical, and welding tasks.

  • ​Troubleshoot and repair heavy machinery, trucks, and specialized equipment.

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  • ​Ranch Manager / Hand | 9,000-Acre Cattle Ranch (2024-2025)
    • ​Managed cattle populations ranging from 100 to 3,500 head (Black Gelbvieh and Red/Black Angus).

    • ​Executed horseback gathering, sorting, pairing out, and calf dragging during seasonal brandings.

    • ​Administered herd health programs including vaccinations, AI work, on-site wound care, and maintained strings of 20 to 100 horses.

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    • ​Ranch Hand & Farm Operator | Mixed-Stock Ranch (2019, 2022, 2024)
      • ​Managed daily care and health monitoring for cattle, goats, pigs, and poultry.

      • ​Operated hay equipment and repaired tractors and fencing to minimize downtime and ensure secure containment.

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Trade & Agricultural Apprenticeship | Family Cattle & Contracting Operations

​Developed a 17-year foundational education in trades, mechanics, problem-solving, and entrepreneurial work ethic.

​Acquired lifelong expertise in livestock behavior, handling, and fundamental ranch operations.

Idaho University - Beef school > sections 101, 102, calving, Artificial Insemination & Genetic codes structure and studies.