Our Ranch Hand position is a very rewarding job for those who are multi-talented and would enjoy pitching in a hand in a number of different areas of the ranch. The ranch hand not only helps make this place look great, but is the go to person we call on to fill the gaps when someone needs some help!

You have to enjoy manual labor to like this job and you will thrive if you want to learn more about how to mix your love of the outdoors with world class hospitality. Lead by kind and encouraging managers, you can expect to be held to a high standard, be on the move, work hard, have a lot of fun, and be proud of the summers you’ve spent with us.

What Your Day Will Look Like:

You Will Be Doing Landscaping Tasks

• Manual labor of weeding, mowing, trimming, planting
• Operating a riding lawn mower
• Driving a landscaping truck and trailer to various locations
• Loading and unloading various lawn care machines onto trailers and trucks
• Watering plants
• Loading brush and transporting

You Will Be Aiding in General Maintenance of the Property

• Heavy lifting and taking out trash at various ranch locations
• Aiding in fixing cabin related issues
• Handy work
• Mending fence
• Light construction
• Vehicle upkeep
• Clearing horse trails
• Other odd jobs around the ranch

You Will Help Other Departments as Needed

• Guest shuttling for mountain bike rides
• Loading and unloading mountain bikes
• Lead Lining inexperienced riders at Barn with Kids Program
• Pulling traps for Sporting Clays
• Maintenance and repair needs for all departments

You Will Have Other Ranch Duties

• Working one night a week doing things like running karaoke, bar backing, campfire, roping, serving wine dinner, or dishes
• Helping in other departments (like busing and dishes!) because everyone helps each other here. Plus, the lodge people are a pretty fun crowd to work with too.
• Yes, you usually get 2 days off a week here because we value ME time. But, you can also expect to be scheduled a couple of those weekends if something pops up and your team needs your help.
• Extra hours are almost always available for our folks who prefer the 6 -7 day work week.
• Attending ranch meetings and training sessions
• Doing assigned employee housing chores in your free time because it is your home for the summer and it “magically” gets messy

• Have experience with manual labor
• Familiar with working outdoors
• Skilled and knowledgeable with various tools and machines.
• Physically fit and capable of all Ranch Hand duties
• Be able to lift 75+ pounds and work 45-50 hours/week
• Work with minimal supervision and use checklists
• Complete our onsite training program before guests arrive
• Comply with our ranch policies and procedures in our ranch manuals and handbooks
• Familiar with, or willing to be trained on, how to share satellite internet with your roommates!!
• Able to demonstrate good communication skills with peers and guests
• Willing to help in other departments as needed
• Ok with a 10 minute drive to get cell phone reception or having to use a land phone (Gasp! What’s a land phone!?) to make a phone call while on the ranch….training provided.
• Able to laugh and have fun!
• Show proof of First Aid / CPR certification or pass certification on arrival
• Must be a citizen of The United States of America or possess a current and appropriate working visa
• Hold a valid drivers license with a clean driving record
• Be at least 21 years of age