Wrangler - Summer Season (May-October 2026)

Description

Ride in the Rockies with a heard of 200 horses!

Hiring Wranglers for Summer Season (May - October 2026)

Join a legacy 107 years in the making! C Lazy U Ranch, one of America’s top guest ranches, is hiring for the 2026 summer season in beautiful Granby, Colorado. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional service that sets us apart. To maintain this standard, we seek enthusiastic, service-oriented professionals with strong communication skills who go above and beyond to create unforgettable guest experiences. We offer below-market housing and three complimentary meals daily. Spend your summer in the Rockies—apply today!

Working Environment: Working Ranch & Guest Hospitality 

SUMMARY:
Wranglers are responsible for riding and instructing guests and members in an elite equestrian program as well as assisting in the care, maintenance, and training of a herd of over 200 horses under the supervision of the barn management team. Successful wranglers are outgoing and industrious, patient teachers, and confident leaders who enjoy sharing their knowledge with guests and co-workers. Individuals must be receptive to guidance and adhere to established horsemanship policies and methods. Attention to detail, hospitality, and the ability to work well with others are essential. Wranglers should be personable and professional and will be required to ride for the brand. Riders of all backgrounds and disciplines are encouraged to apply. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Guest service position: People skills are a must!
• Move the herd from pasture to barn and back. 
• Groom horses. 
• Saddle and bridle horses. 
• Conduct supervised and instructional trail rides for all levels riders. Comfortable multitasking: riding a green horse, talking with and instructing guests on horsemanship and proper position. 
• Assist the Barn Management Team in teaching riding lessons, horsemanship clinics, and trail obstacle clinics for all levels of riders.  
• Maintain the tack room, tack and equipment in a clean and orderly manner. Repair riding equipment and gear such as saddles, stirrups, and bridles. 
• Perform general maintenance around barns and corrals. 
• Assist in the care of the herd (hay, feeding and supplements, mucking pens, etc.) 
• Condition horses for trail riding by guests of all experience levels, at all paces and over all types of terrain.  
• Develop a strong bond and understanding with the horse to facilitate better performance, endurance, and foundational horsemanship. Must understand feel, timing, and balance. 
• Ride green and difficult horses. Must be comfortable at the Walk, Trot, Lope (Canter) on all types of horses over all type of terrain.  
• Monitor horse behavior and report any unusual activity or health concerns. 
• Follow safety protocols to ensure the welfare of the horse and rider. 
• Work closely with barn management team to develop young and green horses. 

Requirements

Please submit current riding videos demonstrating your ability to Walk, Trot, Lope (Canter) in both directions.  We would also love to see videos of you performing groundwork, competing in any discipline, guiding trail rides, or anything else you would like us to consider. 

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: 

• Must have current First Aid and CPR Certification. 
• Must have a minimum of 8 years of hands-on horsemanship experience in any discipline. Experience showing in western or English disciplines preferred.  
• Must have knowledge of advanced riding cues, such as: bilateral movements, turn on the haunches, turn on the forehand, leg yielding, etc. Ability to help horse become soft, supple and round, and respond to seat and leg.   
• Preferred experience riding and working with green or problematic horses. 
• Experience teaching lessons. 
• Knowledge of natural horsemanship and groundwork. 
• Ability to ride any type of horse with quality. 
• Equine Science, Equine Business, or real-world experience preferred. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. 
• Must be able to endure extreme weather conditions: heat, cold, rain. 

This job description provides an overview of the scope of responsibilities for the Wrangler position and is not intended to be an inclusive list of tasks and expectations. Employees are held accountable for all duties of this job. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment, and the company reserves the right to revise and change duties as the need arises.