05/20/2026
POSITION FILLED
Thank you to all of the applicants who showed interest in working for the ranch. We wish you all the best in your future endeavors!
Hybrid Ranch Hand / Horse Trainer / Barn Manager
Stanton, TX
We are seeking an experienced, self-motivated individual to oversee the daily care and management of our horses, horse barn, and surrounding facilities while assisting with ranch operations as needed.
We are a cow-calf operation with a strong emphasis on developing and maintaining quality working ranch horses.
This is not an entry-level position. Experience with horses, horsemanship, and ranch work is REQUIRED.
Primary Responsibilities:
• Cleaning stalls
• Maintaining cleanliness and organization of the barn & surrounding grounds
• Bathing, grooming, and daily care of horses
• Exercising and working horses
• Assisting with horse training and development
• Monitoring feed, health, and overall condition of horses
• General ranch work as needed
Compensation & Benefits:
✔ $48,000 salary
✔ Commission on all horses sold
✔ Fully furnished 3 bed / 2 bath home provided
✔ All bills paid (WiFi, electric, water, trash)
✔ Health & dental insurance
✔ IRA / retirement benefits
✔ Bi-weekly professional house cleaning
✔ Weekly dry cleaning service
✔ Personal ranch truck for work use
✔ Ranger for ranch use
✔ Room & board for personal horses
✔ Shoeing & dental care for personal horses
Ideal Candidate:
• Dependable and hardworking
• Clean and organized
• Confident handling horses independently
• Takes pride in the appearance of the barn and facilities
• Understands ranch life and responsibilities
• Long-term mindset and willingness to grow with the operation
Please note:
• This position is best suited for a single individual. Married couples may be considered on a case-by-case basis if spouse works away from the home.
• Due to the nature of ranch operations and maintaining a professional living environment, overnight guests/significant others are limited to a maximum of 3 days at a time.
• Well minded dogs are okay. Must be potty trained and not chase cars or trailers. No tolerance for poor mannered pets.
If interested, please send experience, references, and any applicable horse/ranch background via private message or email [email protected]