Reid Ranch Location
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Employment Application
Online Application. Applications will be accepted starting February 1st for the upcoming summer season. Be aware that our manager will reach out to you via email. Be sure to enter a valid email address and monitor your email for a response.
Job Requirements and Descriptions:
Ranch Attendant
Ranch Attendant
Position Overview
Ranch Attendants support daily ranch operations and help create a welcoming, safe, and enjoyable experience for guests. This role includes guest services, assistance with ranch activities, retail shop support, light housekeeping, and general operational duties. Flexibility and a positive attitude are essential.
Primary Responsibilities
- Greet and assist guests with questions, directions, and general needs
- Assist in ranch retail areas (gift shop, snack shop, or other on-site shops), including operating the register, handling cash or card transactions, restocking merchandise, and maintaining a clean and organized space
- Help with scheduled guest activities such as archery, mini-golf, lower-ropes course, lake activities, lawn games, etc.
- Assist with setup, supervision, and cleanup of activity areas while following safety guidelines
- Help maintain cleanliness of public spaces and assist room attendants as needed
- Support light groundskeeping and general ranch tasks
- Work cooperatively with other departments and follow daily task assignments
Requirements & Qualifications
- Friendly, dependable, and guest-focused
- Comfortable interacting with guests of all ages
- Willingness to work in a fast-paced environment, both indoors and outdoors
- Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 25–50 lbs
- Ability to follow instructions, policies, and safety procedures
- Availability for weekends, holidays, and peak season hours
- Previous customer service or retail experience is strongly preferred and highly recommended, but not required
Certifications
- Utah Food Handler Permit
Wrangler
Wrangler
Position Overview
Wranglers are responsible for the care, safety, and management of horses while providing a safe, positive, and memorable experience for ranch guests. This role combines hands-on horse care with guest interaction, requiring strong communication skills, attention to safety, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, outdoor environment. Wranglers play a key role in daily barn operations and represent the ranch through professionalism, hospitality, and enthusiasm.
Primary Responsibilities
- General upkeep of the barn, corrals, tack room, and fencing
- Overseeing the health, feeding, medical care, and overall welfare of horses
- Maintaining and organizing guest safety equipment, including helmets and vests
- Leading and assisting guided trail rides
- Providing clear safety orientations to guests before each ride
- Monitoring guests during rides to ensure safety, confidence, and enjoyment
- Represent the ranch with professionalism, enthusiasm, and hospitality
- When horseback riding activity is slow, Wranglers may assist other departments, including the Grounds Crew, as needed
Requirements & Qualifications
- Must be 16 years of age or older
- Able to lift 80 pounds or more
- Trail riding experience, including leading or assisting rides with inexperienced riders
- Horse training experience preferred, but not required
- Ability to work well under time constraints and in a fast-paced environment
- Strong verbal communication skills
- Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team
- Maintains a positive, friendly, and professional attitude with guests and coworkers
Certifications
- First Aid / CPR certification required (Online certification accepted)
Room Attendant
Room Attendant
Position Overview
Room Attendants are responsible for maintaining the cleanliness, appearance, and overall presentation of the ranch. They ensure guest rooms, public spaces, outdoor areas, and lakefront facilities are clean, safe, and welcoming. Room Attendants interact regularly with guests, respond to requests in a friendly and timely manner, assist with lakefront activities, and help support retail and concessions operations. This position requires teamwork, attention to detail, efficiency, and a positive attitude.
Primary Responsibilities
- Maintain the cleanliness, safety, and overall appearance of guest rooms, lodges, public spaces, and outdoor areas
- Support lakefront activities by welcoming guests, explaining safety rules, monitoring activity, and maintaining equipment
- Respond to guest requests in a timely, friendly, and professional manner
- Assist with laundry and general upkeep as needed
- Provide support to Ranch Attendants in shops and activities
- Work efficiently as part of a team while also being able to work independently
- Follow all safety, sanitation, and ranch procedures
- Perform additional duties as assigned
Requirements & Qualifications
- Must be 16 years of age or older
- Ability to lift 40 pounds or more
- Ability to stand and work on feet for extended periods of time
- Ability to work efficiently under time constraints
- Ability to multitask and problem-solve
- Strong verbal communication skills
- Ability to work well as part of a team and independently
- Must maintain a positive and professional attitude
Certifications
- Utah Food Handler Permit
Kitchen Helper
Kitchen Helper
Position Overview
Kitchen Helpers support the Executive Chef and kitchen team by assisting with food preparation, maintaining clean and organized kitchen and dining areas, and helping ensure a positive dining experience for guests. This position requires teamwork, efficiency, and a positive attitude. Kitchen Helper schedules may differ from other ranch positions.
Primary Responsibilities
- Assist the Executive Chef with assigned kitchen duties and food preparation
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen, dining, and food service areas
- Support efficient meal service while following food safety and sanitation standards
- Interact with guests in a friendly and professional manner
- Work effectively as part of a team while following direction from kitchen leadership
- This position may have a different daily schedule than other ranch positions
- Perform additional duties as assigned
Requirements & Qualifications
- Must be 16 years of age or older
- Ability to lift 60 pounds or more
- Ability to stand and work on feet for extended periods of time
- Ability to work efficiently under time constraints and pressure
- Previous experience in kitchen or food service is preferred but not required
- Must maintain a positive, professional, and team-oriented attitude
- Food Handler Permit required
Certifications
- Utah Food Handler Permit
Mountain Bike Guide
Mountain Bike Guide
Position Overview
Mountain Bike Guides lead guests on guided rides throughout the ranch trail system while ensuring safety, enjoyment, and a positive guest experience. They provide instruction and supervision for riders of varying skill levels, maintain biking equipment, and assist with general ranch operations as needed. This position requires strong communication skills, physical endurance, and a positive attitude.
Primary Responsibilities
- Lead guided mountain bike tours for beginner, intermediate, and advanced riders
- Ensure all guests wear helmets and understand safety guidelines before each ride
- Monitor guest safety and trail conditions throughout tours
- Maintain, inspect, and perform basic repairs on mountain bikes and equipment
- Communicate clearly and professionally with guests at all times
- Assist with Ranch Attendant or Grounds Crew duties when biking activity is slow
- Work effectively as part of a team while being able to work independently
- Follow all ranch safety procedures and policies
- Perform additional duties as assigned
Requirements & Qualifications
- Must be 16 years of age or older
- Ability to lift 60 pounds or more
- Ability to stand and mountain bike for extended periods of time
- Ability to work well under pressure
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to multitask
- Great verbal communication skills required
- Must maintain a positive and happy attitude
Grounds Crew
Grounds Crew
Position Overview
Grounds Crew members are responsible for the general upkeep, maintenance, and appearance of the ranch facilities and grounds. They help ensure the ranch is safe, functional, and welcoming for guests and staff. Grounds Crew may assist with guest activities or provide support in retail operations when needed. This role requires physical endurance, teamwork, problem-solving skills, and a positive attitude.
Primary Responsibilities
- Maintain the general upkeep of ranch facilities, including grounds, lodges, pools, and irrigation systems
- Operate and assist with machinery and equipment, including lawn mowers, trimmers, chain saws, and power tools
- Use and maintain basic hand tools found in a standard toolbox
- Set up and take down 8-man tents for Tent City camping guests
- Build campfires for guests to use in the evening and ensure they have matches
- Respond to guest requests in a timely, friendly, and professional manner
- Assist with guest activities or provide support in the Trading Post and Souvenir Shop as needed
- Work efficiently as part of a team while also being able to work independently
- Follow all ranch safety procedures and policies
- Perform additional duties as assigned
Requirements & Qualifications
- Must be 16 years of age or older
- Ability to lift 60 pounds or more
- Ability to stand and work on feet for extended periods of time
- Ability to work well under pressure
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to multitask
- Great verbal communication skills required
- Must maintain a positive and happy attitude
Certifications
- Utah Food Handler Permit
Employee Testimonials
I loved working for the Reid Ranch each summer because I was able to work outside surrounded by beautiful mountains. I also was able to meet people from around Utah and the country. While working at Reid Ranch I developed my customer service skills and learned the meaning of hard work.I also learned how to develop effective managerial skills under great pressure. I enjoyed working with the other employees and am still stay in contact with some of them today. Working for Reid Ranch gave me a good foundation for my future employment opportunities.
I could not have asked for a better place to start my work experience than Reid Ranch. As most 16 year olds do, I started out in a front line position doing maintenance, concessions, and grounds crew work. Over the course of time as my knowledge, skills, and business experience grew an opportunity to prove myself as a leader came. Managing 16 - 18 employees during the summer, learning to create business plans and execute them, and maintaining high guest service standards could not have been better experience to prepare me for other job opportunities that came my way. Now 10 years later and with management positions at The Walt Disney Company, SeaWorld, and Deer Valley Resort under my belt, the sky is the limit for my career opportunities!
Reid Ranch, best choice I ever made for a Summer/High School Job. The Reid family are extremely hard working, and they do an amazing job at every aspect of keeping the Ranch an amazing experience for the guests, and employees as well. I learned a lot of new skill sets during the summer at Reid Ranch things such as: Providing phenomenal customer service, cleaning pools, working with horses, building fences, it’s very diverse. There’s always something new on the job every day that keeps it entertaining. The food is outstanding, the chef’s were top notch. The chance to be in nature for three months and experience the Reid’s property and the surrounding beauty of the Uinta Mountains was relaxing and enlightening. There are memories from this previous year that I will never forget, and I hope to return this summer for another season full of adventure and fun! Make sure you’re ready to work, and to work hard.
Working for Reid Ranch was such a unique and amazing experience. I was the general manager at Reid Ranch for four years and worked as an activities and maintenance employee for a few years prior to that. Not only did my Reid Ranch work experience help me improve my operational and managerial skills, it also has set me up for truly great jobs for the past 12 years. I applied for an internship with Walt Disney Co. and they were so impressed with my Reid Ranch managerial experience that they accepted me right away. Because I was given the opportunity to manage 15 employees as well as oversee the ranch during the largest group Reid Ranch has ever seen of 500+ guests at one time, I have had nothing but success in getting my MBA and moving upward in my career in the financial industry. I couldn’t have asked for a better way to start my working experience as a young adult and then through college. Thanks Reid Ranch!
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