Wrangler Job Description

The Render and Data Wrangler ensures the efficient functioning of the VFX Department's rendering and data storage resources. They will be responsible for monitoring and controlling the rendering process, digital files, CG image quality control, and managing operations of a render farm for the VFX department during a deadline-driven feature production.

Full time. Please note that this position includes variable shift work.
Essential Job Functions
In consultation with the VFX Production Management team, prioritize the render queue and appropriately allocate resources based on requirements to ensure that rendering schedules are met. Monitor rendering quality and quantity by assessing render submissions for optimizations, making corrections when needed, and troubleshoot any potential problems; consult Supervisors and Leads concerning approaches, issues, and solutions. Monitor render farm performance to ensure there are no technical or machine problems which might interfere with a successful output of VFX imagery. Respond to errors by diagnosing, identifying, and resolving, escalating as necessary. Work with other departments across the studio for movement, conversions, and distribution of assets and files. Inspect and confirm integrity of media before it leaves the department, including providing quality control (QC) for media intended for a wide audience. Monitor disk server status and estimate usage to ensure availability of disk resources; perform backups, archiving, cleanups, and restores. Actively engage in developing and refining the efficiencies of the rendering and data management pipelines through workflow structuring or scripting. Communicate with VFX Production Management, Supervisors, IT Manager, and Production Technology on hardware and software projections and issues. Prepare and run internal reviews including departmental reviews, production dailies, and screenings.


Qualifications
2+ years of experience as a render/data wrangler in a CG Animation / VFX environment. 1-2+ years knowledge of and experience in data management, data integrity, and naming conventions. Highly organized problem solver with strong analytical and troubleshooting skills. A helpful, customer-service attitude coupled with the ability to multi-task and manage tight deadlines from multiple sources; ability to communicate in both a technical and artistic manner with various personality types. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required for communicating with the team, management, and other departments. Ability to switch contexts under pressure, transitioning amongst solo and collaborative tasks. Ability to work independently and as part of a team, open to direction, and responsive to changing production needs with calm professionalism. Ability to learn new software quickly, and learn on the job, if necessary. Basic technical understanding of digital workflows and terminology in a feature film environment; VFX/animation/post-production experience, a plus. Knowledgeable in LINUX / UNIX, Windows, and Mac environments. Preferred skills include scripting / programming in C, C++, Python, or similar languages, as well as basic familiarity with one or more key production software programs such as Maya, RenderMan, Nuke, Katana, or Houdini. Shotgrid, RV, and Hiero experience a plus.


Physical Demands and Work Environment
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to walk; stand; sit; use hands to operate standard office equipment; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; talk or hear both in person and by telephone. The employee must lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Work environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee works under typical office conditions and is exposed to variable indoor temperatures. The noise level is usually quiet or moderate.

Location
On-site in Hillsboro, OR

Salary
Salary is commensurate with skills and experience.


Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Please review our Employment Disclaimer and Materials Submission Agreement.

This position is critical to the ministry of Sky Ranch and contributes directly to our mission of leading youth and families to know and follow Christ.

The Wrangler I role involves serving campers and guests through multiple horsemanship activities. Wranglers are responsible for the safety of the campers, care of the horses, and managing of facilities. Wranglers are responsible for the day-to-day operations of all horse activities and maintaining the livery and its livestock throughout their time at Cave Springs.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES



Maintain the well-being of all animals on the ranch. Steward all equipment and supplies. Promote a safe environment for all campers, staff and animals. Lead group trail rides and activities for Retreats guests and Outdoor Education classes. Drive trucks with trailers (people movers) to various locations as needed. Assist the Head Wrangler and leadership staff in providing a program and environment that nurtures spiritual growth for campers.


OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES



Maintain compliance with Sky Ranch’s employee policies and procedures. Maintain compliance with all state and federal laws and regulatory requirements. Perform other duties as required.


QUALIFICATIONS:



EDUCATION



Some secondary education preferred.
EXPERIENCE



One to two years of working with and being around horses.


CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS



CPR, first aid and AED certified.


KNOWLEDGE OF:



In-depth understanding of the field of animal husbandry and horses.


SKILLS AND ABILITIES IN:



Fun, compassionate, responsible, good hygiene, physically capable to participate in all camp activities. Interest and desire to keep camper’s safe. Excellent leadership skills necessary to appropriately influence people to achieve a desired outcome. Ability to relate positively, influentially, and sensitively to a broad spectrum of persons in a variety of multi-tiered relationships and settings to include but not limited to guests (youth and families), co-workers and peers. Proven successful leadership experience, proven ability to build unity amongst a team and motivate them to work together toward a common mission. Excellent interpersonal skills, and relationship building skills. Ability to investigate and analyze information and draw conclusions. Ability to exercise independent thinking and initiative. Ability to deal with complex situations or issues and make effective, timely and appropriate decisions. Excellent organizational skills; ability to multi-task and manage a variety of tasks. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to communicate the vision of Sky Ranch to both internal and external customers.


OUTSIDE CONTACTS



Guests and livestock professionals.


EQUIPMENT AND PROPERTY



Livestock facilities and trails
PHYSICAL DEMANDS



Much physical effort required on a routine basis; ability to use up to 20 pounds of force frequently for moving and carrying objects, with need to carry 50 pounds on occasion. Must be able to ride a horse for extended duration and / or distance. Ability to grasp, push, pull, carry, or otherwise manipulate objects; ability to perform tasks requiring action of muscles or groups of muscles and foot and/or hand-eye coordination. Work requires a lot of physical agility for doing majority of assigned work, including but not limited to bending for items below or reaching for items above the individual; crawling under desks; stooping, and climbing step stools or ladder.
WORK ENVIRONMENT



Hazards may include, but are not limited to, slipping and tripping, falling from a horse. Works outdoors majority of the time, exposed to the seasonal weather elements. Also works often in an environment with dust, hay, horsehair, and manure. Risks in work environment include but are not limited to slipping, tripping, falling from a horse



OTHER


Commitment to Christian principles and teachings both professionally and personally. Must be able to fully support Sky Ranch’s Doctrinal Statement. An active membership in a church whose spiritual beliefs are aligned with Sky Ranch’s Doctrinal Statement.

Commitment to Sky Ranch’s Vision, Mission, Values (A.R.E.) and Principles (WOW, Stewardship, and Excellence) demonstrated in daily behavior.

Must demonstrate annually a clear background check and review of child safety practices as required for camp accreditation by the American Camping Association.

Perks/Privileges of Employment:

• PT & FT Hours available
• 128 hours of Paid Time Off if FT, Year Round employment status
• Affordable furnished housing, if working a minimum of 35 hours/week or more
• Health, Dental & Life & Vision Insurances, plus 401k Employer Match of up to $2,000 annually--if FT, Year-Round employment status
• Employer-sponsored monthly events such as Avalanche, Rockies & Nuggets games, Zip-lining, Snow-tubing, Hiking, Bowling, Recreation Center, etc.
• Employer-sponsored Softball and Hockey leagues
• Wellness Program opportunities including meditation, complimentary daily Yoga, trail running & mountain-biking workshops
• 25% discounts at all Devil's Thumb Ranch restaurants, activities including Trail Rides, and Spa Treatments
• Overtime for hours worked over 40/week
• Discounted Winter Park Ski Resort season pass (available annually in season) or 1/2 price Grand Park Rec Center Pass
• Referral bonus of $250 if we hire someone you refer

"The mountains are calling and I must go..." for more than just a weekend! Join a growing, fast-paced team of hardworking, passionate, and adventurous individuals who strive to improve themselves and the Ranch every day. From multiple food & beverage outlets, to the stables, to the Spa, Devil's Thumb Ranch offers many "spokes" of opportunity to keep the wagon wheel turnin'.

Our mission at Devil’s Thumb Ranch is to offer guests and employees the true, premier Colorado experience. Working here means surrounding yourself with the great outdoors and the rugged individualism the West has always been known for. Living in Grand County offers opportunities to visit Rocky Mountain National Park, Grand Lake, Lake Granby and Winter Park Ski Resort. From epic mountain biking to the growing music scene, it’s a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to strengthen your skills across a variety of departments in an incredible setting.

By joining the team, you'll benefit from some of the same special experiences that make the Ranch an unsurpassed guest retreat: access to hiking and Nordic ski trails, discounts at all restaurant outlets, and fun, free employee events. Other great perks that come with the gig include: discounts on lodging, activities, meals and spa treatments, along with transitional affordable housing and free shuttle service.

Devil's Thumb Ranch is the choice Colorado employer that you have been searching for. Join us!


Essential Duties and Responsibilities
: Greet guests in porte cochere, open vehicle doors for passengers, valet park car and deliver luggage and vehicle keys to lodge room. Retrieve vehicles for departing guests and load luggage. Maintain integrity of front entrance and lobby, provide requested shuttle service, perform room inspections pre and post arrival, follow department and Ranch policies and procedures, assist Agents, Reservation Specialists, Night Auditor and PBX Operator, answer guest questions, and maintain general knowledge about other departments.


Other Duties
: Assist the General Manager, Lodging Director, and Guest Services Manager. Complete special projects as requested by either.


Personal Attributes
: Should be outgoing and friendly, enjoy working with the public and possess excellent communication and organizational skills. Work well alone or with other team members. Professional dress and carry a good attitude. Be flexible to the needs of the department and the Ranch.


Physical Demands
: Have ability to stand for long periods of time and able to lift/carry 50-75 lbs.


Education/Experience
: Bellman/Valet experience preferred but not required


Special Skills/Equipment
: Basic computer/email knowledge required, has a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record and ability to operate manual, automatic and diesel vehicles. Minimum of 21 years of age.

The statements contained in this job description reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required and the scope of responsibility. It should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences of relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise balance the workload.

This job description is an overview of the scope of responsibilities for the Baggage Wrangler position and is not intended to be an inclusive list of job tasks and expectations. With the evolution of Devil’s Thumb Ranch, the responsibilities of this position may change. Baggage Wranglers must be prepared to accept new responsibilities and transfer others.

Wage Range: $14/hr + Tips