Ranch Wrangler

The Wrangler staff is responsible for the education, safety, and enjoyment of our guest riding program and care of our horses and livestock. This position requires a motivated, honest, and flexible individual with great customer service skills who can work productively with or without supervision and will act immediately as circumstances arise. Wranglers saddle up to 30 horses a day; therefore, must be in good physical health with the ability to lift at least 60 lbs. Horse experience with knowledge of basic vet care, shoeing, horse training, and general use of tools and repair is required. Wranglers present a neat, clean appearance with a western-style dress of cowboy hat, cowboy boots, and collared shirts. Must bring your saddle and RIDE FOR THE BRAND. As with most dude ranches, we compensate in several ways.  You will receive full room and board, a monthly salary, gratuities, and the opportunity to work and play in a spectacular setting. RESPONSIBILITIES: •    Gathering, feeding, saddling and preparing horses for rides •    Instruct our western riding program to guests, lead trail rides •    Caring for sick and injured horses •    Maintain and clean tack, ensuring that all is safe and in good working order, repair as needed •    Clean and maintain barn area, corrals, arena, trails, and ranch grounds •    Move hay, seed & harvest barley fodder daily to feed to horses •    Assist with weekly gymkhana games, team penning, and other guest activities such as hiking, fishing, or trap shooting – or any other guest need that arises with a smile on your face •    Maintain equipment, fix broken equipment, and be safety conscious •    Fence building or repair •    Willing to perform other duties such as yard work, trash removal, painting, dishwashing, etc. when needed •    Have a great sense of humor!