What are the responsibilities and job description for the Trail Wranglers & Carriage Drivers position at Horse Tours of Gettysburg?
Come join our team and help lead our guests on horseback and in carriages across historic Civil War roads and trails in Gettysburg.
If you enjoy being outside and working with horses and like to provide exceptional and safe customer service, you may be who we are looking for. Our tours are led by Licensed Battlefield Guides. They take care of the history – you take care of the guests and the horses!
Seeking candidates who have current experience working with horses (either riding or driving), are physically able to handle barn tasks such as saddling, feeding, grooming, and can lift at least 50 pounds.
Our flexible schedules make this job a good fit for anyone who wants to supplement their income, retirees, and horse lovers looking to get back in the saddle (or carriage) again!
A Horse Tours of Gettysburg (HTG) employee must be a responsible team player with excellent horsemanship skills. All personnel must have an outgoing personality and provide first-class customer service while maintaining a “safety first” state of mind while working.
In addition to leading trail rides and carriage teams, employees are responsible for completing other non-riding/driving responsibilities and helping with the overall success of the company. This includes feeding, loading, grooming, and maintaining a clean and organized trailer and trail work area. You will assist guests prior to and during rides/drives, adjusting cinches and tack, and helping guests safely mount their horses using a mounting block and enter/exit the carriage. You will be responsible for the safekeeping of HTG equipment during work hours.
Wranglers and Drivers will be provided the necessary training to competently complete the job responsibilities.
Requirements to be considered for all positions:
- The minimum age to apply is 18
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds throughout the work shift.
- Must be able to work our entire season, April 1st - December 31st. Availability during the week as well as weekends a plus.
- Current equine knowledge and experience
- Valid driver’s license
Trail Wranglers
Wranglers are expected to lead trail rides with guest riders of all skill levels. Wranglers may also be assigned to manage the trail base camp during rides, which involves organizing equipment, manure clean up, safe management of horses on site, and preparing hay and water for returning rides. Wranglers must be able to regularly lift up to 50 pounds.
While on the job, a Wrangler should:
- Exhibit good horsemanship skills that reflect HTG riding policies.
- Set a good example by wearing appropriate apparel (riding boots, long pants, equine helmet, safety vest, walkie talkie) and abide by the HTG’s rules and regulations.
- Secure horses with HTG standard tie knots.
- Communicate with guests and get to know them.
- Be able to conduct safety briefings to guests to familiarize them with what to expect on a ride.
- Display concern for the well-being of HTG horses, and communicate concerns to the trail boss in a timely manner.
- Take control with trail boss leadership of a group, no matter what skill level.
- Display good judgment in dealing with guests and horses in all situations.
- Anticipate potentially dangerous situations on the trail.
- Utilize emergency skills as necessary on the trail.
- Be able to handle horses on the ground and in the saddle.
- Be able to say NO to any guest who may jeopardize your safety, your guests, or the horses.
- Work together as a team with other Wranglers during all work hours.
Carriage Drivers
Our carriage drivers play a key role in creating a memorable and historic experience for our guests. Drivers must be comfortable working with draft horses, assisting guests in and out of carriages, and safely navigating the battlefield routes. Training is provided, but prior experience with horses or driving teams is a plus!
While on the job, a Driver should:
- Exhibit good horsemanship skills that reflect HTG driving policies.
- Set a good example by wearing appropriate apparel and abide by the HTG’s rules and regulations.
- Secure horses with HTG standard tie knots.
- Communicate with your guests and get to know them.
- Display concern for the well-being of HTG horses, and communicate concerns to the driving boss.
- Display good judgment in dealing with guests and horses in all situations.
- Anticipate potentially dangerous situations on the ride.
- Utilize emergency skills as necessary on the ride.
- Be able to handle horses on the ground and attached to the carriage.
- Be able to say NO to any guest who may jeopardize your safety, your guests, or the horses.
- Work together as a team with other Drivers during all work hours.
- Must have good spatial awareness.
- Be able to remember and recite driving commands
- Be able to remember and name parts of the Harness
- Must follow all rules of the road while driving the carriage
- Should expect to talk to guests for safety briefings before rides and display good communication skills
Pay: $15.00 per hour
Application Question(s):
- Do you have current experience working with and riding horses?
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15