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C Lazy U Ranch

Children's Program Supervisor

Granby, CO · On-site

$20 - $23/hr

C Lazy U Ranch, one of America's top guest ranches, is hiring for the 2026 summer season in ... Work in the barn as a wrangler or in other departments such as housekeeping and Food & Beverage ...

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What is the difference between Summer Ranch Wrangler vs Summer Horse Handler?

AspectSummer Ranch WranglerSummer Horse Handler
CredentialsExperience with livestock, basic riding skillsHorse handling experience, riding skills
Work EnvironmentRanches, outdoor settings, farm facilitiesStables, riding arenas, outdoor trails
Employer & IndustryRanching, agricultural tourismEquestrian centers, riding camps
Common Search IntentRanch work, livestock careHorse care, riding assistance

While both roles involve working with horses and outdoor environments, a Summer Ranch Wrangler typically handles a variety of livestock and ranch chores, whereas a Summer Horse Handler focuses more on horse care and riding activities. The Wrangler role often requires broader ranch experience, while the Handler role emphasizes horse-specific skills.

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Summer Season Wrangler

Summer Season Wrangler

Devil's Thumb Ranch

Tabernash, CO

$14.50/hr

Other

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

Description

Principal Purpose of Job: Assist the Stables Manager & Assistant Stables Manager, with all aspects of the operation. Consistently provide a high level of guest service through a variety of safe, educational & enjoyable Stables' activities.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities:  

  • Facilitate safe & fun Stables' activities & events.
  • Conduct lessons & teamster operations as required; assist in team penning and cattle drives.
  • Consistently provide exceptional guest experiences for all visitors to the Stables.  
  • Assist with vet care, hoof care and feeding of animals.  
  • Perform daily housekeeping and facility maintenance duties.
  • Undertake Barn Host role when required.
  • Groom, tack & un-tack trail animals; harness & un-harness driving animals.
  • Book stables' activities on the reservations system through phone & personal interactions.
  • Operate the POS system for ride checkouts and merchandise sales.
  • Assist with all ranching duties (fencing, firewood, mineral blocks, hay harvest etc.).
  • Assist with tack & harness maintenance.
  • Move herd in and out to pasture on horseback.
  • Report and aid repair of unsafe trails, fences or hazards.
  • Be an ambassador for the ranch in promoting all other departments during guest interactions.
  • Assist with all areas of our ongoing herd health program.  







Requirements

Personal Attributes: 

Outgoing, friendly & responsible with excellent interpersonal skills.  

Ability to multi-task and alter priorities at short notice.

Works well in both a team and as an individual.

Motivated & mature with ability to remain calm in all situations without direct supervision.


Physical Demands:  

Heavy lifting (must be able to lift 75lbs - 100lbs) 

Able to work outside in all elements.

Physically fit and able to work flexible and demanding hours.

Reach, bend, twist, pull and stoop; grasp, turn & manipulate objects of varying size & weight.

Must be able to horseback ride effectively for excess of 8 hours per day.


Education/Experience:  

First Aid/CPR certified.

 Have at least five years prior horse experience.

Background of guiding or teaching desirable.

Team driving experience a plus.

Heavy machinery operation a plus.


Special Skills/Equipment:

Proven horsemanship skills.

Ability to ride advanced and/or green horses at all gaits in a safe & controlled manner.

Computer literate & confident telephone manner


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