Wrangler (Seasonal)

Turner Enterprises Inc.•Raton, NM

11d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Wrangler, your role will be crucial in ensuring a world-class experience for our guests by leading engaging trail rides, supporting the wrangling team, and maintaining a safe and pristine barn environment. You will also be responsible for working primarily in the barn, guiding guests on unforgettable trail rides, sharing your knowledge of Vermejo’s terrain, local wildlife and history of the area. You will assist other Wranglers with daily tasks that include wrangling horses and preparing equipment to ensure smooth and efficient operations. You will regularly exercise and condition our horse herd to maintain their health and readiness for guest activities. You will assist in feeding, watering, grooming and monitoring the horse herd well-being in the Activities Barn, Castle Rock and other locations. You will maintain the upkeep and maintenance of the barn, corrals, stalls and surrounding areas ensuring cleanliness and organization. You will perform regular inspections to ensure all facilities are safe and in excellent condition. You will accurately maintain records of horse health and vaccinations, feeding schedules, exercise and riding routines, and document any concerns or incidents promptly. You will maintain and repair tack and riding gear as needed and ensure everything is in pristine condition. You will uphold the highest safety standards for both guests and staff. You will conduct pre-ride safety briefings, ensuring proper tack and equipment use, and responding quickly to any emergency situations. You will adhere to the quality standards and presentation techniques that have been established for Ted Turner Reserves Guides. You will ensure the highest standards of first aid, safety, sanitation, and personal hygiene are met. You will ensure that all NM laws are met and obeyed. You will communicate guest feedback to the appropriate department leadership. You will eagerly support and actively look for ways to help other departments. All other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Previous experience working as a Wrangler or in a similar equestrian role, with a strong background in horsemanship and horse care.
Confident and personable guide with excellent communication skills and a passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences.
Ability to handle horses of various temperaments and skill levels safely and effectively.
Familiarity with basic maintenance and repair of riding equipment and facilities.
Strong commitment to safety and the ability to respond calmly and efficiently in emergency situations.
Possess a valid driver’s license or be able to obtain one within 30 days of employment.
Driving record will need to meet the standards and requirements of the Company and the Company’s insurance provider.
Present documentation establishing both identity and employment authorization within three days of hire pursuant to federal law.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
Certification in recreation, tourism, or a related field.
First Aid and CPR certification (preferred but not required; can be obtained upon hire).
Experience working in a luxury hospitality setting.

Responsibilities

Working primarily in the barn.
Guiding guests on unforgettable trail rides, sharing your knowledge of Vermejo’s terrain, local wildlife and history of the area.
Assisting other Wranglers with daily tasks that include wrangling horses and preparing equipment to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
Regularly exercising and conditioning our horse herd to maintain their health and readiness for guest activities.
Assisting in feeding, watering, grooming and monitoring the horse herd well-being in the Activities Barn, Castle Rock and other locations.
Maintaining the upkeep and maintenance of the barn, corrals, stalls and surrounding areas ensuring cleanliness and organization.
Performing regular inspections to ensure all facilities are safe and in excellent condition.
Accurately maintaining records of horse health and vaccinations, feeding schedules, exercise and riding routines, and document any concerns or incidents promptly.
Maintaining and repairing tack and riding gear as needed and ensure everything is in pristine condition.
Upholding the highest safety standards for both guests and staff.
Conducting pre-ride safety briefings, ensuring proper tack and equipment use, and responding quickly to any emergency situations.
Adhering to the quality standards and presentation techniques that have been established for Ted Turner Reserves Guides.
Ensuring the highest standards of first aid, safety, sanitation, and personal hygiene are met.
Ensuring that all NM laws are met and obeyed.
Communicating guest feedback to the appropriate department leadership.
Eagerly supporting and actively looking for ways to help other departments.
All other duties as assigned.