Trail Ride Lead & Horse Care Specialist

Boyne Resorts; Michigan; Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ski passes

Golf passes

Waterpark passes

Discounts on food and retail

Job summary

Boyne Mountain is seeking an Equine Center Wrangler who will lead guests on trail and pony rides and provide daily care for a herd of horses. The role emphasizes safety, customer experience, and adherence to Equestrian Center standards.

Responsibilities include grooming, tack, safety checks, and daily welfare of animals, plus education for guests and team members. Weekend and holiday availability is required, with outdoor work in varied weather.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older.
• Possess a valid driver’s license.
• Working knowledge of equine health, feeding, and behavioral principles.
• Comfortable working alone in a herd of horses.
• Comfortable leading guests solo on trail rides and pony rides, and confident in the saddle riding a variety of horses for up to 4 hours a day.
• Able to work weekends and holidays.
• Must be able to work long days outdoors with exposure to hot and cold temperatures and other inclement weather.

Responsibilities

• Serve First — Provide guests with a warm welcome and a safe, memorable riding experience.
• Excellence in Execution — Groom and tack up horses for trail and pony rides and conduct safety checks.
• Long-Term Thinking — Provide safe daily care for livestock and maintain feeding and welfare checks.
• Attitude is Everything — Maintain cleanliness of equestrian facilities and equipment.
• Develop Great People — Share horsemanship knowledge with team members and guests.

Skills

Animal care

Horses handling

Guest safety

Communication skills

Teamwork

Time management

First aid (animal)

Job description

Boyne Mountain is seeking an Equine Center Wrangler who will lead guests on trail and pony rides and provide daily care for a herd of horses. The role emphasizes safety, customer experience, and adherence to Equestrian Center standards.

Responsibilities include grooming, tack, safety checks, and daily welfare of animals, plus education for guests and team members. Weekend and holiday availability is required, with outdoor work in varied weather.