Trail Guide

Brasstown Valley Resort and Spa; Young Harris (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Free employee meals

Resort discounts

Mountain setting experience

Team-focused hospitality

Job summary

Brasstown Valley Resort & Spa in Young Harris, GA is seeking a Part-Time Stables Trail Guide to join our Equestrian team. This hands-on role involves leading guided trail rides, caring for horses, and maintaining stable operations while delivering high-quality guest experiences in a mountain setting.

The ideal candidate is dependable, safety-minded, and comfortable around horses, with a commitment to keeping a clean, safe equestrian environment and a positive, professional demeanor with guests

Qualifications

• Proven horsemanship and comfort around horses.
• Ability to communicate clearly with guests and team members.
• Willingness to follow safety procedures and instructions.
• Basic reading and verbal instruction comprehension.

Responsibilities

• Lead guided trail rides and ensure guest safety and enjoyment.
• Care for, feed, tack, and handle horses properly.
• Prepare horses, pastures, and riding areas for daily rides.
• Maintain barns and surrounding grounds in a clean, organized condition.
• Follow safety procedures and report accidents or concerns promptly.
• Collaborate with other resort departments as needed.

Skills

Horsemanship skills

Effective communication

Safety-minded

Follow instructions

Education

High school diploma/GED or equivalent

Job description

Part-Time Stables Trail Guide

Brasstown Valley Resort & Spa

Come join the amazing team at Brasstown Valley Resort & Spa, where mountain hospitality, exceptional guest experiences, and a love of the outdoors come together.

Nestled in the North Georgia mountains, Brasstown offers luxury lodging and dining, an 18-hole championship golf course, equestrian stables, a full-service spa, and activities for guests of all ages. Managed by Coral Hospitality, one of the Southeast’s premier hospitality management companies, Brasstown is a place where families and groups create lasting mountain memories year after year.

The Opportunity

We are currently seeking a Part-Time Stables Trail Guide to join our Equestrian team.

This hands-on position combines guided trail rides, horse care, stable operations, guest service, and outdoor maintenance. The ideal candidate is dependable, safety-minded, comfortable working around horses, and takes pride in maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming equestrian environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead guided horseback trail rides and provide a safe, enjoyable guest experience.
• Care for, feed, tack, and safely handle horses.
• Prepare horses, pastures, pony ring, holding areas, and trails for daily rides.
• Ensure all horses are accounted for and safely returned to pasture following the final ride.
• Keep barns, holding areas, equipment, and surrounding grounds clean and organized.
• Maintain trails and fencing, including mowing, weed-eating, and general grounds upkeep.
• Ensure gates, water tanks, and other stable areas are properly prepared and maintained.
• Assist other Resort departments and team members as needed.
• Follow all safety procedures and promptly report work-related accidents or concerns.
• Maintain a positive, professional, and cooperative working relationship with guests, coworkers, and management.
• Follow all Resort, departmental, and Coral Hospitality policies and service standards.
• Perform other reasonable duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED, related experience or training, or an equivalent combination.
• Experience caring for and feeding horses.
• Ability to tack horses using Western-style tack.
• Demonstrated horsemanship skills and confidence working around horses.
• Ability to communicate effectively with guests, coworkers, and management.
• Ability to read and follow basic written and verbal instructions.
• Sound judgment and the ability to handle routine problems safely and effectively.

Physical Requirements

This is an active, hands-on position in an outdoor equestrian environment. Candidates should be comfortable with:

• Standing and walking for extended periods.
• Bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, climbing, and balancing.
• Working around horses and on uneven terrain.
• Using hands and arms for equipment and animal care.
• Regularly lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds.
• Working in varying weather conditions.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Work Schedule

Brasstown Valley Resort operates seven days a week, 24 hours a day, and schedules may vary according to business needs. Flexibility is important, including the ability to adjust shifts when necessary.

Why Join Brasstown?

We offer a welcoming work environment along with:

• Flexible scheduling
• Free employee meals
• Resort discounts
• The opportunity to work in a beautiful North Georgia mountain setting
• A dynamic team focused on exceptional hospitality and memorable guest experiences

Join Our Team

If you have a passion for horses, enjoy working outdoors, and take pride in providing guests with memorable experiences, we’d love to have you join the Brasstown Valley Resort & Spa team!

Tagged as: Equestrian