Horse Wrangler, Shenandoah National Park

Delaware North; Luray (VA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Free meals

Employee discounts 30% off

Training and internal mobility

Job summary

Delaware North Parks and Resorts at Skyland Lodge in Shenandoah National Park, Virginia, invites applications for a seasonal Wrangler. You will organize horseback riding and other guest recreation, lead hour-long trail rides up to six times per shift, and provide directions to local attractions while ensuring guest safety.

No high school diploma required; proficiency with horses, good customer service, and cash handling skills are preferred.

Qualifications

• No high school diploma or GED required.
• Proficiency in riding, grooming, feeding, and handling horses required.
• Previous customer service experience required.
• Previous cash handling and point-of-sale experience required.
• Ability to work weekends and holidays.”

Responsibilities

• Organize horseback riding and other recreation activities for guests.
• Lead hour long trail rides up to six times each shift.
• Provide directions to local attractions and answer guest questions about riding plans.
• Groom, feed, tack, and care for horses.
• Maintain sanitation and safety procedures in the working environment.

Skills

Riding

Grooming

Feeding

Handling horses

Education

No high school diploma required

Job description

The opportunity

Delaware North Parks and Resorts is hiring for a seasonal Wrangler to join our team at Skyland Lodge in Shenandoah National Park, Virginia. As a Wrangler, you will support the team at Skyland Lodge in planning and coordinating activities for our guests.

Pay

$16.00 - $16.00 / hour

Information on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at https://careers.delawarenorth.com/whatweoffer.

What we offer

• Weekly pay
• Free shift meal for local team members, or free daily meals available for team members in employee housing
• Employee discounts - 30% off most items
• Training and development with opportunities for internal mobility and growth, including the chance to work at our other locations nationwide

Note: Additional benefits, including insurance and vacation, are available for eligible year-round positions at other Delaware North properties

Life in Shenandoah National Park

Looking for a new adventure? Be part of a tight-knit team fortunate enough to live and work in the natural wonder of Shenandoah National Park. With a great work/life balance, you can spend your time off exploring the over 500 miles of hiking trails.

• Low-cost, recently updated dormitory housing available for $100/ week, including utilities and wi-fi, and free daily meals available for individuals who reside 50-plus miles from their worksite
• Free rides to Luray for team members living in employee housing
• Shared fire pit area for use in the dorm area
• Meet guests and fellow team members from around the globe
• Tons of outdoor activities, including camping, rock climbing, rappelling, cycling, fishing, and horseback riding

What will you do?

• Organize horseback riding and other recreation activities for guests
• Lead hour long trail rides up to six times each shift
• Provide directions to local attractions within the National Park and attend to any queries guests may have about their planned horseback riding journey
• Groom, feed,tack, and care for horses
• Maintain the proper sanitation and safety procedures in the working environment

More about you

• No high school diploma or GED required
• Proficiency in riding, grooming, feeding, and handling horses required
• Previous customer service experience required
• Previous cash handling and point-of-sale experience required
• Ability to work weekends and holidays

Physical requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand for entire length of shift
• Ability to work outside for most of shift in all weather conditions

Shift details

Days
Evenings
Holidays
M-F
Weekends

Who we are

Shenandoah National Park offers over 200,000 acres of protected lands with lots to explore including cascading waterfalls, spectacular vistas, and quiet wooded hollows. It’s a great place to hike, camp, bike, fish, take photographs or go canoeing.We offer on-site housing and a free meal during every shift.

Our business is all about people, and that includes you. At Delaware North, you’re not just part of a team — you’re part of a global legacy: a family-owned company with 100+ years of history behind it. Our operations span the world, offering you unique paths to growth and success.

Who says you can’t love where you work? With jobs in iconic sports arenas, stunning national parks, exciting casinos, and more, we pride ourselves on giving the world great times in great places. And whether you’re interested in restaurants, hotels, sports, gaming, operations, or retail, part-time or full-time, we’re invested in helping you achieve your career goals.

Together, we’re shaping the future of hospitality — come grow with us!

Delaware North, along with its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer, showcasing job opportunities and considering applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.