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D.R. Horton, Inc

Ranch Hand

Fort Stockton, TX

$14 - $18.75/hr

Ranch is corporate owned and guest hunters are at the ranch by invitation only; no hunts are sold or available to the public. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties ...

Pizza Ranch

Guest Service Manager

Tyler, TX

Pizza Ranch is a fast-casual restaurant that specializes in signature pizzas & The Country's Best ... As a Guest Services Manager, you will be challenged to lead a team to give every guest a legendary ...

D.R. Horton, Inc

Ranch Hand / Foreman

Fort Stockton, TX · On-site

$14 - $18.75/hr

... guest hunters and providing transportation to and from hunting stands Skin and quarter harvested game Plant and cultivate pivots for wildlife forage Education and/or Experience Previous ranch ...

Pizza Ranch

Guest Service Manager

Tyler, TX · On-site

Pizza Ranch ® is a fast-casual restaurant that specializes in signature pizzas & The Country ... As a Guest Services Manager, you will be challenged to lead a team to give every guest a legendary ...

Canyon Ranch

Salon Stylist

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

$50K - $67K/yr

Responsibilities WHAT YOU'LL DO AS CANYON RANCH COLLEAGUE * Member/Guest Service: Provides members/guests with various professional hair services, including Hair Cuts, Blow Dry, Updo and Wedding Hair ...

Canyon Ranch

Salon Stylist

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

$50K - $67K/yr

Responsibilities WHAT YOU'LL DO AS CANYON RANCH COLLEAGUE * Member/Guest Service: Provides members/guests with various professional hair services, including Hair Cuts, Blow Dry, Updo and Wedding Hair ...

Canyon Ranch

Salon Stylist

Fort Worth, TX

Responsibilities WHAT YOU'LL DO AS CANYON RANCH COLLEAGUE * Member/Guest Service: Provides members/guests with various professional hair services, including Hair Cuts, Blow Dry, Updo and Wedding Hair ...

Pizza Ranch

Assistant Manager

Tyler, TX

Our Vision is "To glorify God by positively impacting the world" and our Mission is "To give every guest a legendary experience". At Pizza Ranch, we believe that we have a unique opportunity to ...

Pizza Ranch

Assistant General Manager

Tyler, TX

Our Vision is "To glorify God by positively impacting the world" and our Mission is "To give every guest a legendary experience". At Pizza Ranch, we believe that we have a unique opportunity to ...

Canyon Ranch

Retail Specialist

Spicewood, TX

Overview Canyon Ranch has been redefining wellness travel and transformative hospitality for more ... Deliver exceptional guest service with a friendly, outgoing, and professional demeanor while ...

Canyon Ranch

Vitality Attendant

Spicewood, TX · On-site

$19.71/hr

Ensures the smooth, efficient operation and pristine appearance of Canyon Ranch Vitality spaces. * Delivers world-class guest service by welcoming guests, explaining concepts and benefits, and ...

Canyon Ranch

Vitality Attendant

Spicewood, TX

$19.71/hr

Ensures the smooth, efficient operation and pristine appearance of Canyon Ranch Vitality spaces. * Delivers world-class guest service by welcoming guests, explaining concepts and benefits, and ...

Pizza Ranch

Kitchen Manager

Tyler, TX

Our Vision is "To glorify God by positively impacting the world" and our Mission is "To give every guest a legendary experience". At Pizza Ranch, we believe that we have a unique opportunity to ...

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How much do guest ranch jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for guest ranch in Texas is $13.48, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.12 and $14.76 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are guest ranches?

Guest ranches, also known as dude ranches, are vacation destinations that offer visitors an authentic ranch experience. They typically provide accommodations, meals, and a variety of outdoor activities such as horseback riding, cattle drives, fishing, and hiking. Guests can immerse themselves in ranch life while enjoying modern comforts and hospitality. These ranches are popular vacation spots for families, couples, and groups looking to experience the outdoors and Western culture.

What are some typical daily responsibilities for employees working at a guest ranch?

Employees at a guest ranch often handle a variety of tasks depending on their specific roles, such as guiding horseback rides, assisting with guest check-ins, serving meals, maintaining cabins, and organizing recreational activities. The work environment is usually team-oriented, with staff collaborating closely to ensure guests have a memorable experience. Flexibility and adaptability are key, as daily duties can change based on guest needs and ranch events. It's a dynamic workplace that offers the chance to build strong teamwork skills and interact with people from diverse backgrounds.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Guest Ranch Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Guest Ranch Manager, you need strong hospitality management skills, a background in business administration or tourism, and practical experience in guest services. Familiarity with property management systems, booking software, and basic maintenance tools is often required. Excellent interpersonal skills, leadership, and problem-solving abilities help create memorable guest experiences and lead diverse teams. These skills ensure smooth ranch operations, guest satisfaction, and the ability to handle the unique challenges of rural hospitality environments.

What is the difference between Guest Ranch vs Ranch Hand?

AspectGuest RanchRanch Hand
CredentialsExperience in hospitality, customer service, and sometimes riding or outdoor skillsEquine handling, livestock management, basic farm skills
Work EnvironmentHospitality setting with guest interactions, outdoor activities, accommodationsFarm or ranch setting focused on animal care and maintenance
Employer & Industry UsageTourism, hospitality, outdoor recreationAgriculture, livestock, ranching operations

While both roles involve outdoor work, a Guest Ranch focuses on providing hospitality and guest experiences, combining customer service with outdoor activities. A Ranch Hand primarily handles livestock and farm chores, with less emphasis on guest interaction. Understanding these differences helps job seekers find roles aligned with their skills and career goals.

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Infographic showing various Guest Ranch job openings in Texas as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 4% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $28,048 per year, or $13.5 per hour.

Ranch Hand

D.R. Horton, Inc

Fort Stockton, TX

$14 - $18.75/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 11 days ago

D.R. Horton rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 32 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

31st of 78 rated construction

Job description

D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the U.S., was founded in 1978 and is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange. It is engaged in the construction and sale of high quality homes designed principally for the entry-level and first time move-up markets. The Company also provides mortgage financing and title services for homebuyers through its mortgage and title subsidiaries.  Please visit our website at www.drhorton.com for more information.


D.R. Horton, Inc. is currently looking for an Ranch Hand in the Ranch Department. The right candidate will  be a large operation with the primary focus of providing a favorable habitat for the native and exotic wildlife.  Besides whitetail and mule deer, there are good-sized populations of elk, axis, fallow, and blackbuck.  Ranch is corporate owned and guest hunters are at the ranch by invitation only; no hunts are sold or available to the public.   

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

  • Maintain water.  Water wells and troughs must be checked a couple times a week, and more often in the cow pastures and in the summer months.  Pivots are farmed for wildlife forage
  • Fill approximately 60 protein feeders year-round using a feed truck.  Maintain corn feeders during the hunting season
  • Clear and maintain shooting lanes to deer blinds
  • Deliver the guests to and from blinds.  Harvested game is skinned, quartered, and sometimes caped for offsite taxidermy.  Our typical hunting season is October, November, and December
  • Ranch and dude horses are kept near the headquarters and checked daily, but infrequent horseback work
  • Perform maintenance such as oil change, batteries, and tires for ranch trucks and ATV’s
  • Responsible for the lawn care within the irrigated and fenced guest areas.  Apply seasonal spraying of herbicide around cattle guards and wells
  • Gather a small herd of cattle when it is time to sell calves 
  • Assistance is occasionally provided to a sister ranch that raises whitetail breeder deer
  • Work on upkeep for basic building maintenance, such as plumbing, fixtures, ceiling fans, etc. 
  • Conducts all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company

Education and/or Experience

  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
  • Must have a vehicle and a valid driver’s license
  • Solid communication and analytical skills
  • Ability to work independently and be a self-starter
  • Ability to take and give direction
  • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written oral form or via DRH applications
  • Proficiency with MS Office and email

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prior ranch experience a plus
  • One-year certificate from college or technical school a plus

Come join a winning team with a Fortune 500 company! We are growing fast and are looking for enthusiastic attitudes and team players to join our success. We offer an excellent benefits package including:

  • Medical, Vision and Dental
  • 401(K)
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Flex Spending Accounts
  • Life Insurance
  • Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays

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