Ranch Hand, Equine Caretaker, Ria’s Ranch; Boutique Facility

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Wellness resources

Ria’s Ranch is seeking a highly dependable, hard-working Ranch Hand to support daily operations at our boutique equine facility. This is a hands-on role requiring strong horsemanship, attention to detail, and a proactive work ethic.

• Daily feeding per individualized feeding regimens (strict schedules; no shortcuts)
• Full stall, paddock, and facility cleaning —
  cleanliness is non-negotiable
• Handling horses of all ages, including newborn foals (one arriving soon)
• Exercising and lunging horses confidently and correctly
• Tack-up assistance and general support for boarders & Owner
• Weed abatement, groundskeeping, and ongoing ranch maintenance
• Staying productive at all times — this is a quite ranch with continuous tasks. Must be able to work alone

• Comfortable working in all weather conditions (wet, hot, cold)
• Physically capable and not afraid of hard, dirty work
• Strong time-management skills and reliability — attendance and follow-through matter
• Professional, helpful attitude when interacting with boarders and clients

• Ability and willingness to provide riding lessons if client demand arises
• Prior experience in a multi-horse or professional barn environment

This role is not suitable for someone seeking light duties or occasional work. We are looking for a self-starter who takes pride in maintaining a high-standard facility and understands that horses come first, every day.

If you are detail-oriented, dependable, and thrive in a demanding ranch environment, we’d like to hear from you. Text