With a culture of recognition and reputation for excellence, ELS is the ideal organization in which to develop a long and successful career!

ELS is hiring for the position of Wrangler in Santa Barbara, California.

Yourjob will include:

Perform routine care of animals in petting zoo including grooming and feeding.
Monitor the condition of halters, lead ropes and grooming accessories.
Clean animal corrals and load hay bales.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience &skills you need:

High school diploma, or the equivalent.
Strong knowledge of safety standards for animal care, handling and equipment used in animal care.
Exceptional communications, instruction and customer service skills.
Experience in barn the setting.

In return for your excellent skills and abilities, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including: medical, dental, and vision plans, a generous 401(k) employer match, and paid vacations, holidays, and sick time.

We invite you to visit our web site at www.equitylifestyleproperties.com for additional information regarding our exceptional resort communities.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome and thank all applicants.

Estimated compensation for this position in the states of CA, WA, NY, and CO, is:

Hourly: $17.00 - $17.00

The salary listed is an estimate and not guaranteed. A salary offer will vary based on applicant’s education, experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, internal equity and alignment with market data.

About the company

Equity LifeStyle Properties is an owner and operator of manufactured-home communities, RV resorts, and campgrounds. Community and resort teams manage guest service, sales, maintenance, grounds, activities, and local operations. It provides residential sites, vacation stays, amenities, and property services across its portfolio. The scope follows Equity LifeStyle Properties and its North American property operations. Corporate, technology, finance, marketing, and portfolio functions support those locations. Its workforce connects frontline delivery with the specialist, operational, technical, and business teams that support the organization.

Company Size

1-10

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Cape Coral, Florida

Founded

N/A

Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

Q2 2026 normalized FFO rose 7.7% to $0.74 per share.
Management raised 2026 normalized FFO guidance to $3.13-$3.23 after strong Q2.
Core property operating income grew 6.5% in Q2 2026, driven by rent gains.

What critics are saying

Canadian RV reservations fell 40% in 2026, pressuring seasonal revenue immediately.
ELS booked $0.9 million of non-operating legal expenses in Q2 2026.
Hurricane-related disruptions still linger into 2026, delaying occupancy recovery through 2027.

What makes Equity LifeStyle Properties unique

ELS owns 453 properties across 35 states and British Columbia, concentrating supply.
ELS maintains 93.7% June 2026 occupancy and 94% MH occupancy, unusually sticky.
ELS combines manufactured housing, RV, and marina assets with self-managed REIT scale.

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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Company Match
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
Paid Sick Leave

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