Ranch Hand

REGULAR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Ranch Operations:
• Support day-to-day ranch operations.
• Perform general ranch maintenance and repairs (training provided, maintenance experience an asset but not essential).
• Conduct monthly vehicle checks.
• Operate ranch equipment (training provided; experience is an asset but not essential).
• Coordinate with contractors for ranch projects.
• Complete fuel and garbage runs to town.
• Manage garbage and recycling removal.
• Understand ranch infrastructure, land, machinery, and animals.
• Support team projects and seasonal priorities.

Groundskeeping & Land Stewardship
• Forestry work and participation in land work parties.
• Groundskeeping, landscaping, and gardening.
• Lawn care, including seeding, watering, and mowing.
• Trail and land maintenance.
• Snow plowing with a bobcat and cold-weather winter checks (seasonal).
• Maintain the overall cleanliness and presentation of the ranch.

Equine & Animal Care
• Support feeding horses, donkeys, chickens, cats and horses (this is not your primary role, as we have staff on-site who currently do this). It would mainly be for coverage!
• Support moving horses between paddocks and corrals.
• Assist with herd management and coverage.
• Harrow the arena.
• Muck paddocks, corrals, and high-traffic areas.
• Check paddock rails, electric fences, and waterers.
• Support animal health and welfare.
• Support exercising horses as required.
• Perform morning barn opening and evening checks.
• Clean and sweep barn spaces.

Facilities & Guest Experience
• Prepare program areas, including yurts, barn spaces, and campsites. This will take up quite a few hours each week!
• Clean kitchens and shared facilities.
• Perform cabin and yurt turnovers.
• Clean and prepare spaces before group arrivals.
• Welcome guests and support visiting groups.
• Assist with lighting fires and preparing gathering spaces.
• Support retreats, events, and workshops hosted on the ranch.

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR
• A positive, hardworking individual who enjoys hands-on work.
• Someone comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• A reliable team player with strong communication skills.
• A self-starter who takes initiative and works efficiently.
• Adaptable, resourceful, and eager to learn.
• Passionate about animals, land stewardship, and ranch life.
• Previous experience with ranch work, groundskeeping, building/vehicle maintenance or animal care is an asset and will be prioritized.

REQUIREMENTS & ASSETS
• Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle.
• Ability to lift heavy objects and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Experience operating equipment such as tractors or bobcats is an asset.
• First Aid certification is an asset.
• A Criminal Record Check is required.
• Weekend availability is required in order to be considered for this position.

COMPENSATION AND ACCOMMODATION
• Pay Range: $20–$25 per hour, depending on experience and need for accommodation.
• Employment Term: May–September 2026, with potential for extension for the right fit.

The listed start date is an estimate. We are open to starting earlier or later than May 2026 for the right fit, and dependent on our ability to acquire an airstream if on-site accommodation is needed.

- Staff accommodation available for the right candidate. We have an on-site Airstream that can be lived in during Spring, Summer and Fall months. Please confirm in your application if you need or do not need accommodation.
- Paid on the 5th and 20th of each month