Circle K Ranch Inc
(June, July, August)
Imagine spending your summer along the Dolores River in the San Juan mountains of Colorado! We are looking for awesome people to join our 2026 team at Circle K Ranch. Does spending the summer surrounded by the glorious San Juan Mountains, along the Dolores River at 8000’ sound amazing to you? If so, come join our enthusiastic team at Circle K Ranch, between Cortez and Telluride. We are currently hiring: wranglers, housekeepers, maintenance, and front desk. June 1 – August 31, 2026. FHU RV site or staff housing + salary. Looking for couples or individuals who have positive attitudes, are self-motivated, customer-oriented, and willing to work as a team. Must be willing to submit to background checks and drug screening. We serve vacationing families, retreats, reunions, inner-city youth ministries. At Circle K Ranch, we aim to make a positive impact in the lives of those who ride and stay with us. Apply today and be a part of making a life changing difference in the lives of many this summer.
See details below.
Salary + staff housing or FHU RV sites + tips
WRANGLER (June 1 – Aug 31)
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experienced horseman/woman
- Familiar with natural horsemanship training and methods
- Able to manage themselves and the horses they are responsible for in a safe, organized, productive and upbeat manner.
- Certified in at least basic 1st aid and cpr.
- Knowledge of and experience teaching children and adults basic riding skills
- Ability to provide leadership to a group of 12+ people on and off the trail in the absence of a head wrangler. Giving instruction and insuring the safety of all staff, guests and horses.
- Good sense of humor, outgoing personality that enjoys people.
- Ability to handle an emergency in a calm and proficient manner, giving leadership under a variety of situations.
- Must be a good role model, exhibiting character traits such as honesty, strong work ethic, patience, kindness and respect for others, especially those in authority.
- Experience working with people with varying disabilities in a riding program a plus but not required.
- Valid driver’s license with a clean record
- Experience pulling trailers and hauling horses a plus.
- Ability to accept direction and correction from an authority figure with a positive and respectful attitude.
- Must exhibit good judgment and common sense in regards to people and horses and their safety.
- Good Physical Condition with ability to lift a minimum of 50 lb. (bag of grain, bale of hay )
- Ability to supervise small children through adults, on horses
- Ability to act quickly and appropriately in case of emergency
- 18 years of age or older
JOB DESCRIPTION
- To manage the daily health and care of our horses as well as the safety and enjoyment of our guests.
- Greet our guests with a smile and express a genuine appreciation for them
- Provide safety and riding instruction in a clear and upbeat manner.
- Assist in matching people with appropriate horses based on their size and experience.
- Learn some of our local history as well as names of wild flowers, trees, etc. and share that information with our guests in an interesting manner.
- Feed and care for horses
- Assist in maintaining records of horse care, vetting, shoeing, feed, trail log, etc…
- Daily Check and maintain equipment and horses, for safety and condition
- Assist in maintenance of tack, fences and barn area daily for safety, orderliness and cleanliness.
HOUSEKEEPING (June 1 – August 31. Dates negotiable)
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
First impressions are critical. This is where our housekeepers play a very vital role. Housekeepers are responsible for preparing guest rooms, cleaning Ranch facilities; including motel rooms, lodge, cabins and bunkhouses, and doing ranch laundry.
HOUSEKEEPER QUALIFICATIONS
- Ability to accept guidance and correction with a positive and respectful attitude
- Ability to give attention to detail
- Team player
- Good physical condition. Able to work a minimum of 8 hours/day cleaning, doing laundry and assisting in the kitchen serving, cleaning and doing dishes.
- Ability to work quickly and efficiently and under time constraints
- Ability to work without supervision.
MAINTENANCE (JUNE 1 – AUG 31. Dates Negotiable)
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITY
Helping with building projects as well as general ranch maintenance and grounds upkeep.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Skills and experience in carpentry, plumbing, cement work, basic electrical, heating, propane appliances, grounds keeping and painting;
- Knowledge of the operation of tools and equipment required by Ranch Maintenance Personnel.
- Must have a valid driver’s license
- Ability to work with or without supervision
- Ability to accept guidance and correction with a positive and respectful attitude
- Ability to give attention to detail
- Team player: Willing and able to help with cleaning, laundry and assisting in the kitchen serving, cleaning and doing dishes
- Good physical condition. Able to work a minimum of 8 hours/day.
- Ability to work quickly and efficiently and under time constraints
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
- Repairs doors, windows, locks, plumbing, electrical, general maintenance, and construction and remodeling of buildings and facilities. Golf cart, tractor, lawn mower and kitchen equipment repair and maintenance
- May operate tractors and all Ranch equipment.
- Must be available for emergency overtime work.
- Maintain smoke detector log and various other records
FRONT DESK/RESERVATIONS/GUEST SERVICES (JUNE 1 – AUG 31. Dates Negotiable)
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Friendly, hospitable personality
- Committed to customer satisfaction
- Organized & detail oriented
- Knowledgeable in Word and Excel
- Team player willing and able to be cross-trained to help in other areas of the ranch
We look forward to hearing from you!
TO APPLY:
Forward cover letter & resume to our email address. Or apply online via URL Link in header
Email
vacation@ckranch.com
Phone
970-562-3826
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