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How much do range rider jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for range rider in Washington is $20.48, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.08 and $25.34 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a range rider?

A Range Rider is responsible for monitoring and managing livestock on open rangelands, ensuring they remain within designated grazing areas while protecting them from predators and environmental hazards. They often work on horseback or ATVs, checking fences, water sources, and forage conditions. Range Riders may also assist with herding, branding, and medical care of livestock, depending on the employer's needs. Their role is crucial in maintaining sustainable grazing practices and ensuring livestock health.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a range rider?

To excel as a Range Rider, you need strong livestock management abilities, wilderness navigation skills, and knowledge of rangeland ecology, often supported by experience with ranching or natural resource management. Familiarity with GPS devices, mapping tools, radio communications, and sometimes certification in animal handling or first aid are commonly required. Outstanding observation, resilience, problem-solving, and effective communication enable a Range Rider to work independently and coordinate with landowners, agencies, and team members. These skills are vital for ensuring livestock health, protecting natural resources, and maintaining collaborative relationships across vast and remote grazing areas.

What does a range rider do?

A typical day for a Range Rider involves patrolling rangelands on horseback, ATV, or by foot to monitor livestock, check fencing and water supplies, and assess for potential hazards such as predators or invasive species. Most of the work is performed outdoors in varying weather conditions and across rugged terrain. Range Riders often work independently but also communicate regularly with ranch owners, land managers, and sometimes wildlife biologists to report observations and coordinate plans. Flexibility in working hours is common, especially during critical periods like calving season or when addressing urgent issues. This role is ideal for those who enjoy hands-on work in natural settings and can adapt to the unpredictability of outdoor environments.

What cities in Washington are hiring for Range Rider jobs? Cities in Washington with the most Range Rider job openings:
Infographic showing various Range Rider job openings in Washington as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,594 per year, or $20.5 per hour.

MSF Motorcycle RiderCoach PENN DOT

Team AMG

Manassas, VA • On-site

Part-time

Re-posted 28 days ago


Job description

MSF Motorcycle RiderCoach- PENN DOT
MSF Rider Coach - Pennsylvania
We havean excellent opportunity and positions open at many locations for qualified Motorcycle Safety Foundation Rider Coaches to act as instructors for the PennDOT Motorcycle Safety Training Program.These positions are part-time. Opportunities exist at the following locations:
Philadelphia, PA
Nanticoke, PA
Requirements:
•A current Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF) BasicRider Course (BRC) certification is required.
•Additional certifications are a plus; MSF Advance RiderCourse (ARC), MAF Basic RidersCourse 2 (BRC2)
•First aid and CPR
Responsibilities:
As well as teaching classes, additional responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
•Classroom/range preparation and cleanliness
•Completing end-of-course paperwork, student completion letters, state reporting, etc.
•Completing incident reports
•Motorcycle maintenance limited to that which must be accomplished to ensure safe completion of the current class.
•Travel in support of contract objectives, including classes and educational opportunities
•Submitting expense reports for approved travel and reimbursable items
•Informing Site Manager of issues that may impact class completion, their availability, or any other pertinent situations.
•Ensure all certifications required for employment are current and up to date; i.e. MSF cert.
This organization participates in E-Verify.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer:
We do not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law.