Wrangler/Stagecoach and Wagon Driver positions are filled by experienced horse men and women willing to work hard and care for our guests and our horses!

Wranglers lead park visitors on one and two-hour guided horseback rides on established trails through Yellowstone’s backcountry. Providing these guests with engaging commentary on the areas they are passing through, its history, and the wildlife that live there is an important part of the job.

Insuring guests’ rides are safe is equally important. With many riders having little or no riding experience, wranglers must have extensive backgrounds in handling horses in a variety of situations, knowledge of tack, and the ability to communicate safety issues professionally and effectively with guests… all while making it an exciting experience that leaves guests with great memories of their time spent in Yellowstone.

Wagon and Stagecoach Drivers require the same set of skills, along with team-handling skills. They load guests onto our Tally-Ho Stagecoaches and our Old West Wagons for rides along trail roads and out to our Western Cook-Outs. Drivers entertain riders with tales of Yellowstone history and information about the area and its features.

All Wrangler/Stagecoach and Wagon Drivers must be 19 years old or older. Applicants must be physically fit and commited to working hard! Wrangler/Stagecoach and Wagon Drivers must be able to unload semi-truck loads of hay made up of 80-pound bales, with as few as one other person assisting. Work days are typically 12-hours long, with four day work weeks. However, hours will vary based on weather and business levels. Wrangler/Drivers get dusty and dirty, work hard, and develop lifelong friendships with fellow wranglers during a summer of helping our guests have an experience like no other!

Wranglers and Drivers wear uniform shirts and jackets provided by the company. Employees must bring their own blue/denim jeans, belt, close-toed leather boots or work shoes and a good quality felt cowboy hat.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:
Reports to the Head Wrangler, Assistant Head Wrangler and Lead Wrangler.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsible for conducting horseback tours, stagecoach tours and wagon tours.

Responsible for giving knowledgeable commentary of Park features.

Responsible for employee and guest safety.

Responsible for inspection and maintenance of Horse Department equipment and tack.

Responsible for any assigned equipment (including radios).

Responsible for feeding and general welfare of stock.

Responsible for cleaning and maintenance of corrals and surrounding area.

Responsible for accident reporting.

Responsible for interacting with guests at their assigned location.

Other duties as assigned.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

Communication skills.

Commentary skills.

Basic horsemanship skills and or team driving skills.

Knowledge of emergency procedures

Knowledge of Yellowstone features, facilities and services.

Knowledge of department and company policies and procedures.

Capable of handling 80 lb hay bales for an extended period of time.

CPR and First Aid certification required.

Physical requirements include:

    Able to lift and carry up to 80 pounds
    Standing for long periods of time
    Bending and kneeling
    Stretching and reaching
    Working with large, domestic animals in a corral/ranch setting.
    Working with required chemicals

AUTHORITIES:
To regulate the activity of guests on horseback tours, wagon tours
9:36 AM 2/6/2008and stagecoach tours.