What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ranch Hand - Summer 2025 position at Red Horse Mountain Ranch?
Our Ranch Hand position is a very rewarding job for those who are multi-talented with manual labor jobs and like to be outside.
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, grow, 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
Washing Dishes in Kitchen
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 45-55 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
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
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