Storm Mountain Ranch Hiring for Ranch Maintenance Tech at Steamboat Springs, Colorado Full Time

Ranch & Building Maintenance Tech/Wrangler

Opportunity for long-term employment. Full-time, year-round, permanent position in an incredible ranch location in Steamboat Springs Colorado.  Top applicants submitting resumes will learn more about the role of this position in a unique working environment at a privately owned, shared ranch community. For a glimpse of our operation, check out stormmountainranch.com.

Storm Mountain Ranch is a 1,100-acre residential ranch development that has been divided into only 14 parcels.  Of the 1,100 acres, 800 are held in a conservation easement to preserving the natural environment agricultural heritage and ensuring continued agricultural operations.  With only 14 owners it is a very low key, quiet atmosphere.  We have a very small staff (only 3 full-time) with a few summer seasonal hands to help with summer projects.  Although low key, we have a very high standard and insist on doing it a little better than we have to.  The ranch maintains a herd of horses that are used to provide trail rides for the owners.  This is an incredible piece of land featuring 5 ponds, 4 streams, big fish, 10 miles of trails, summer grazing, horses, fishing, hiking, a canyon, 100 foot waterfall, abundant wildlife, plenty of wild remote country, cross country skiing,  Steamboat Ski Area and the City Of Steamboat Springs are only 5 minutes away.

It is important to know that we do not operate as a guest ranch.  We do not rent facilities or provide services to the public.  The primary role of the staff is to provide these services to the owners and their families and guests as well as manage and care for our land, water, livestock (including fish), and ranch facilities.

Ranch/Building Maintenance 
We are looking for a versatile, self-motivated hand, capable of performing or assisting with many forms of maintenance and general ranch work. The ability to build confidence and relationships with the ranch owners and families is a top priority.

The position is suitable for entry-level, however, we are capable of adapting the position based on aptitude and prior experience. Training will be provided as needed and responsibilities can grow quickly for the right candidate.

Professional attitude, communication, customer service, and a desire to make a positive contribution are required.  A variety of skills in ranch operations including snow removal, plowing and shoveling, irrigation of hay fields, trail maintenance, fencing, mechanical ability, facility/vehicle maintenance, and all-around maintenance skills or aptitude are necessary. Candidates with horse experience will have an opportunity to work in our equestrian program assisting with the care of horses and trail rides. With our extensive fishing resources, there is also an opportunity to become involved in managing our stream and ponds as well. Due to the variety of activities, the candidate must be willing to pitch in wherever needed. 

The compensation package includes health/dental and on-site one-bedroom apartment.  The housing includes internet, and television plus all utilities.