Ranch Hand / Property Caretaker needed at Private Guest Ranch near Whitefish / Kalispell, Montana ~ up to $70k + Benefits

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Location
Whitefish/Kalispell, MT area
Job Type
Full Time, Year round
Salary
up to $70,000
Date Posted
June 11, 2024
Housing Offered
No
Experience
5-10 yrs

Beautiful private guest ranch located near Glacier National Park on 127 acres is seeking a Ranch Hand in the Whitefish/Kalispell area. You will be part of a team of two other individuals on a non-working ranch (no cattle or horses).

Position overview:

We are in search of a conscientious and skilled Ranch Hand Caretaker to oversee the maintenance and housekeeping of our residential homes and the surrounding property. The successful candidate will be a self-starter with a keen eye for detail and a hands-on approach to both indoor and outdoor tasks.

**YOU MUST BE WILLING TO RELOCATE TO THE WHITEFISH / KALISPELL AREA**

**TO BE CONSIDERED, YOU MUST ATTACH YOUR RESUME**

**PLEASE INCLUDE YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS AND PHONE NUMBER**

Job Duties and Key Responsibilities:

  • Deadwood tree removal with a chain saw
  • Mend and maintain fencing
  • General maintenance and care of cars, trucks, snowmobiles, 4-wheelers, lawn mowers and all other equipment and tools to include clean and detail as needed
  • Ground maintenance: lawn mowing, irrigation system management, planting to include gardening and flower beds
  • Property maintenance: building upkeep (staining/painting), roadways, and snow-removal
  • Purchasing of tools, equipment, and materials
  • Perform routine maintenance: minor repairs and troubleshooting issues to appliances, fixtures and systems within the homes
  • Maintain the inside of multiple homes to include: thorough cleaning, vacuuming of all interior spaces and general housekeeping tasks such as sweeping, mopping, dusting, cleaning windows, polishing stainless steel, straightening of furniture, and removal of waste to ensure a high standard of cleanliness and presentation
  • Manage laundry duties: washing, drying, ironing, organizing linens and clothing as needed
  • Oversee waste management, including regular trash collection and recycling
  • Maintain outdoor living spaces, decks and walkways to make sure they are clean and presentable
  • Carryout seasonal deep cleaning and organization projects in both homes
  • Seasonal snow removal from walkways, driveways and entrances during winter months
  • Maintain outdoor living spaces, decks and walkways to make sure they are clean and presentable
  • Help coordinate with subcontractors for specialized maintenance or repair services
  • Keep an inventory of all cleaning and maintenance supplies. Place orders to keep inventory stocked properly
  • Maintain outdoor living spaces, decks and walkways to make sure they are clean and presentable

Requirements:

  • 5+ years hands-on relevant experience
  • Previous experience of housekeeping, property maintenance, or similar care taking role for a ranch
  • Willingness to perform all job duties
  • Knowledge of construction, plumbing, electrical, (use of chainsaw is helpful) and cleaning techniques
  • Experience using a chain saw and all other equipment/tools for this position
  • Physical ability to perform tasks in various weather conditions and lift objects up to 50 pounds
  • Strong organizational skills and excellent time management skills with ability to multi-task, (if needed)
  • Reliable transportation with a valid driver’s license
  • Have a can-do, will-do attitude to assist on all Ranch operation/activities to include excellent communication
  • Must pass drug screen and background check

Medical insurance and 401K plan available.

TO APPLY:

Forward cover letter & resume to *both* email addresses listed.

**YOU MUST BE WILLING TO RELOCATE TO THE WHITEFISH / KALISPELL AREA**

**TO BE CONSIDERED, YOU MUST ATTACH YOUR RESUME**

**PLEASE INCLUDE YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS AND PHONE NUMBER**

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