Wild Horse Wrangler & Trailer Operator

Department of Interior; Boise, Bruneau, Susanville, Ridgecrest (ID, ID, CA, CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, seeks a Horse Wrangler (Motor Vehicle Operator) to manage loading, transporting, and caring for Wild Horse & Burros at multiple locations including Boise, ID. The role requires performing duties with safety and accuracy under federal guidelines.

Work involves operating horse trailers and coordinating with adopters to ensure humane handling and proper feeding practices.

Qualifications

• Unload Wild Horse & Burros safely from trucks, corrals and chutes during unloading.
• Provide guidance to adopters on handling, training techniques and feeding practices.
• Operate various sizes of horse trailers to haul Wild Horse & Burros.

Responsibilities

• Unload and transport Wild Horse & Burros using appropriate vehicles and equipment.
• Adhere to safety protocols when handling animals during loading/unloading.
• Support adopters with training and care guidance to ensure successful rehoming.

Skills

Operate Without Supervision

Job description

Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, seeks a Horse Wrangler (Motor Vehicle Operator) to manage loading, transporting, and caring for Wild Horse & Burros at multiple locations including Boise, ID. The role requires performing duties with safety and accuracy under federal guidelines.

Work involves operating horse trailers and coordinating with adopters to ensure humane handling and proper feeding practices.