Covered Wagon Ranch in Gallatin Gateway, Montana, has a maintenance position for the 2027 guest season, about May 18 to October 8. The job means running pickups, four-wheelers and trailers, using chainsaws, repairing fence and buildings, mowing, irrigating and pitching in at the barn. You need trailer and equipment skills and basic mechanical ability, and ranch, farm or property maintenance experience is preferred. First Aid, CPR, a drug test and a background check are required before starting, and applicants must be at least 18. The ranch pays a salary it calls competitive and provides room and board in mostly shared housing. Hiring begins in December through the online application.
| Pay | Competitive salary plus room and board (amount not stated) |
|---|---|
| Typical Dude Ranch Pay | $18/hr median across 7 WildWork listings that post pay |
| Employment Type | Seasonal |
| Season | May 18, 2027 – Oct 8, 2027 |
| Housing | Provided |
| Meals | Provided |
| Experience | Some experience |
| Location | Gallatin Gateway, Montana |
| Job Type | Dude Ranch |
| Posted | Oct 31, 2026 |
| Apply By | Dec 15, 2026 |
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