Horseback Tour Guide

*Job Description:*Guiding trail rides with mostly beginner riders on trails. Keeping the guests safe and calm when they're nervous. Knowing how to match horses to guests based on their weight and riding experience. The daily care of 20 horses such as feeding, watering, tacking/untacking, & bathing. Keeping barn clean & functional. Could lead up to 4 tours a day, each tour lasting around 1.5 hours. Days can last 10-12 hours.*What We Are Looking For:** Someone who is passionate about horses and willing to put in the work it takes for the proper care of horses* Someone who prides themselves on taking excellent care of horses* Someone who customer service oriented and punctual* Someone who is quick and efficient in their work*Schedule:*It will be a set schedule so it won't change from week to week. Hours vary based on tours booking. We would like someone who is a team player with a flexible schedule who is able to cover coworkers shifts when occasionally needed (which will be reciprocated, of course).*Salary and Benefits:*This position pays $14/hr plus cash tips. We now offer paid time off, health insurance, and other great benefits!*Requirements:** Must be 18 years or older* *_4 years horse care/riding experience _*_(doesn't have to be professional experience)_* Valid driver's license* Must be able available to work 5 days/week, including weekends* CPR certification is NOT required but a plus*About the Company:*The Canyons is a family owned and operated business. We opened in November 2011. Our company offers zip line tours, horseback tours, kayaking tours, and gem mining. We expanded at the end of 2018 by adding a new, shorter zip line course and our gem mine.To learn more about our company, visit our website: Apply:*We can email the application if you send a message that includes the email address where you'd like it sent.You can also come in and fill out an application any day at The Canyons Zip Line:The Canyons Zip Line and Adventure Park8045 NW Gainesville RdOcala, FL 34475352-351-9477Job Types: Part-time, Full-timePay: $14.00 per hourBenefits:* Dental insurance* Employee discount* Health insurance* Paid time off* Vision insuranceSchedule:* Holidays* Weekend availabilitySupplemental Pay:* TipsExperience:* horse care/riding (doesn't have to be professional): 4 years (Required)License/Certification:* Driver's License (Required)Work Location: In person

Created: 2025-08-12