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6 results foundTack Store Manager
## About the Job Knightdale Horse Sports is a brick-and-mortar retail store and a mobile tack shop serving all disciplines for everyday equestrians, occasional equestrians, and equestrians at heart! We carry quality, safe, affordable tack, supplies, and clothing in new, upcycled, exchanged and consignment options. We offer an array of services and pride ourselves on world class customer service! All are welcome at Knightdale Horse Sports and it is our mission to make equestrian sports accessible. Our mobile tack trailer serves local, family-friendly, underserved lesson barns and community events. We sponsor 4-H, local barrel racing associations, cowboy mounted shooting, dressage & eventing, hunter barns, college teams, IEA, reining & ranch riding, trail riding clubs, hunting clubs, jumper barns, foundations, breed specific events, etc. If it has 4 legs and a forelock, Knightdale Horse Sports is interested! ## Responsibilities Full-time hours, management responsibilities for a staff of 4-6 employees, and customer service focus. The store manager position is heavily supported by the store owners who help with ordering inventory, managing vendors, scheduling events, maintaining the website, marketing and staffing. This is an independent contributor position and decision maker level with input highly valued by the store owner who works a full-time career outside of the store to make sure the bills keep getting paid! The owner has a solid philosophy that our store managers need autonomy but also support from us. We have found a nice balance and are growing our businesses with the feel of a family business without all the drama; our business is made up of the family we choose, not necessarily the family we grew up with! ## Requirements Ability to multitask, delegate, and manage all aspects of a retail store. Ability to provide world class customer service to horse owners, professionals, beginners, and parents of lesson kids alike. A solid background in several equestrian disciplines and the ability to speak to all horse sports whether based in English or Western tack and at any level. Ability to drive a truck and mobile tack trailer as well as physically capable of setting up the tack trailer at horse shows and everything that horse shows and events entails! ## Pay and Benefits Base salary of $20 per hour ($30 per hour for overtime hours). Pay increases and bonus opportunities based on store performance with no cap. Paid time off including 6-10 paid holidays per year plus 1-week of PTO after the first year of employment increasing by one day each year up to 2 full weeks of PTO. Retirement 401(k) Plan with up to 4% company match. And employee discount on all goods and services at 10% above cost to keep your horse habit going strong!
Ranch Technician
### Ranch Technician 📍 Blue Creek Ranch – Oshkosh, Nebraska 🏡 Housing Provided \| Full Time \+ Benefits Ready to work on one of the most progressive bison ranches in the country? Blue Creek Ranch, an 85,000-acre operation in the Nebraska Sandhills, is looking for a motivated Ranch Technician to join the team caring for bison and supporting regenerative ranching practices. This is not a desk job. You’ll spend your days working outdoors, moving bison, building fence, operating equipment, maintaining water systems, and helping manage an innovative on-ranch grain finishing program. Every day brings something different. ### What You’ll Do * Work hands-on with bison using low-stress handling techniques * Support adaptive grazing and regenerative land management * Operate tractors, loaders, ATVs, and UTVs * Build and maintain fencing, water systems, and ranch infrastructure * Assist with feeding operations, inventory tracking, and facility upkeep * Be part of a hardworking, team-oriented ranch culture ### What We’re Looking For * Strong work ethic and positive attitude * Passion for livestock, land stewardship, and outdoor work * Willingness to learn and grow in a cutting-edge operation * Agriculture or equipment experience is a plus ### Perks & Benefits ✔ Competitive salary + full benefits ✔ Medical, dental, vision & 401(k) ✔ Paid time off & holidays ✔ On-ranch housing with utilities + Starlink internet included If you’re looking for a meaningful ranch career where you can make an impact while working with one of the largest bison operations in the world, we’d love to hear from you. Apply here: [Ted Turner Ranch Employment Opportunities](https://www.tedturner.com/turner-ranches/ranch-employment/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)
Ranch Technician
## Ranch Technician **[Turner Institute of EcoAgriculture, Inc.](https://turnerecoagriculture.org?utm_source=chatgpt.com)** 📍 McGinley Ranch \| Full\-Time \| Salaried \| Exempt \| Housing Provided Join one of the world’s largest and most progressive bison operations on an 80,000-acre ranch in the Nebraska Sandhills. McGinley Ranch is seeking a Ranch Technician passionate about regenerative ranching, adaptive grazing, low-stress livestock handling, and conservation stewardship. ### Key Responsibilities * Assist with livestock care and low-stress bison handling * Build and maintain electric fencing, water systems, and ranch infrastructure * Operate tractors, heavy equipment, ATVs, and UTVs safely * Support grazing management and daily ranch operations * Maintain equipment, vehicles, and accurate ranch records * Participate in ranch safety and wildfire response efforts as needed ### Qualifications * High school diploma or GED required * Experience with livestock handling and heavy equipment preferred * Valid driver’s license required * Strong work ethic, adaptability, teamwork, and initiative ### Compensation & Benefits Competitive salary and on-ranch single-family housing with utilities included. Eligible full-time employees receive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, 401(k) with company match, PTO, and paid holidays. Learn more and apply: [Turner EcoAgriculture Careers](https://turnerecoagriculture.org/job-opportunities/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)
Wrangler, Packer
## About the Job Full time June thru August, can run longer (FT OR PT) into Oct. Mostly Wrangling and Packing. Stock care & feeding. Other various duties such as firewood, hauling/stacking hay, trail clearing, etc., as needed or requested. ## Responsibilities Stay at trailhead & care for stock. Meet guests & interact with them. Catch & saddle mounts. Make up loads & load pack animals ( typically just 1 or 2 unless helping with larger pack trip). Put guests on their mounts & take them & the pack animals 8 miles to Backcountry lodge. (Or the reverse - take stock to lodge to bring guests out). May need to lead long "empty" strings one way or the other. May assist with pack trips or other packing as needed. ## Requirements Must have experience in caring for stick, catching, saddling, making up loads & slinging them, leading pack string etc. Also, interacting with guests, leading trail rides on your own in a safe and enjoyable manner. Driving trucks & trailers a bonus. Must be comfortable on your own for extended periods. Please send resume or introductory email with applicable experience to email noted. Or call phone # listed. ## Pay and Benefits Pay starts at $2000/mo. Food & hosting at trailhead provided. Employee responsible for their own transportation or off-site meals. May allow own horse or dog in select situations. Ask us if you have one you want to bring.
Hospitality Maintenance Technician
## About the Job **Overview:** Turner Enterprises Management, LLC is seeking a **Hospitality Maintenance Technician** at Vermejo Reserve, a premier 560,000-acre destination in northern New Mexico. This role supports the upkeep of guest accommodations, facilities, and infrastructure to ensure a world-class hospitality experience. You will perform a variety of maintenance duties including **HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, landscaping, water system monitoring, and general facility upkeep**. The role also includes responding to guest service needs, completing work orders, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and functionality across all guest spaces. ## Responsibilities **Key Responsibilities:** * Perform preventative and reactive maintenance on guest facilities and grounds * Conduct regular inspections to proactively identify and resolve issues * Complete work orders in a timely manner and support guest service needs * Maintain cleanliness and presentation of lodges, rooms, and public areas * Assist with landscaping, event setups, and off-site guest areas * Operate tools, equipment, and light/heavy machinery safely * Monitor water systems and ensure compliance with quality standards * Communicate professionally with guests and cross-functional teams * Participate in rotating on-call schedule and weekend shifts ## Requirements **Required:** * 2+ years maintenance/facilities experience (hospitality or commercial preferred) * Skills in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and basic carpentry/painting * Ability to troubleshoot and resolve maintenance issues quickly * Valid driver’s license (or ability to obtain within 30 days) **Preferred:** * High school diploma or GED * EPA or HVAC certification * Experience in luxury hospitality environments * Microsoft Office familiarity **Benefits:** * Competitive hourly pay (DOE) * Employer Provided Housing * Paid sick leave * Employee Assistance Program * Access to outdoor recreation and amenities * Unique opportunity to live and work in a remote luxury ranch setting
Wrangler
## About the Job **Overview:** Join Ted Turner Reserves and work in one of North America’s most stunning private landscapes. Vermejo Reserve is seeking an experienced Wrangler to deliver exceptional horseback riding experiences while supporting daily barn operations. ## Responsibilities **Key Responsibilities:** * Lead guided trail rides and provide engaging guest experiences * Care for and condition horses (feeding, grooming, exercising) * Maintain barn, tack, and equipment to high standards * Ensure safety of guests and staff, including pre-ride briefings * Assist with daily wrangling operations and recordkeeping ## Requirements **Qualifications:** * Prior wrangler or equestrian experience required * Strong horsemanship and horse care skills * Excellent guest service and communication skills * Ability to work safely in a fast-paced outdoor environment * Valid driver’s license (or ability to obtain) **Preferred:** * CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain) * Hospitality or guest ranch experience ## Pay and Benefits **Perks:** * Competitive hourly pay (DOE) * Housing provided * Access to outdoor recreation and resort amenities * Unique opportunity to live and work in a remote, scenic setting 👉 View full job description and apply: [https://tedturnerreserves.com/careers/](https://tedturnerreserves.com/careers/)