Teamster / Draft Horse Covered Wagon Driver - May 8Th, 2012 - September 25Th, 2012Alaska

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The Job

Job No:
5254
Status:
Looking
Title:
Teamster / Draft Horse Covered Wagon Driver - May 8Th, 2012 - September 25Th, 2012
Type:
Communications, Dude Ranch/Wrangler, Farm Maintenance, Farm Office Staff, Foreman/Assist.Mngr, Groom-General, Handyman, Harness/Driving, Housekeeper/Groom, Management, Manager-General, Manager-Ranch, Manager-Yard, Nanny/Housekeeping, Other, Public Relations, Ranch Hand/Cattle, Retail & Sales, Sales/Marketing, Secretarial/Admin, Security, Working Couple/Team, Working Student
Work type:
Full Time, Contract
Salary:
$9 per hour plus tips
Live In:
cross
Bring own horse:
cross
Training available:
tick
Posted:
02 May 12
Updated:
02 May 12

The Yard

Yard No:
492507
Name:
Black Diamond Resort Co
Location:
Healy, Alaska United States
Website
Type:
Conditioning/Handling, Other

Job Description

WHAT WE DO:

My name is Marilyn Usibelli. I own and run Black Diamond Resort. We have been in business since 1995 and continue to grow and improve
Our operations each season. We have a fantastic place located 10 miles from
The Denali National Park Entrance. We have a very unique and fun business
And are looking for adventurous, motivated people to join our team. We hire
Approximately 70 people each summer. We have a fantastic
Restaurant, a 9 hole golf course, 18 hole mini golf course, a horse drawn
Covered wagon ride, and guided ATV tours. We have a very exciting business
With a great working environment! If you are looking for a fun summer job, we are the right place!

HOW WE GOT STARTED:

In 1995 my sister and I each had $2500 and a bunch of Land. We decided to
Build a driving range. With the help of our parents, the next year, we
Opened 5 golf holes and we had an "on your honor can" to pay $12! The year
After that we purchased a building
And we had no electricity or running water.... Can you believe that! The
Year after that we got electric, water, and opened our first restaurant with
A Coleman stove and an outside barbecue grill! Last season we had over 40000
People come through our doors! It has been an unbelievable adventure for us.


This position carries an enormous responsibility as you are responsible for the saftey of guests & horses. A very high degree of professionalism, confidence, knowledge, excellent communication, customer service, and multi-taking skills are required. This is a very fun job as well where you have an opportunity to talk with guests and help make their Alaskan Vacation memorable and special. In addition to driving the team you can mix up your work week by doing another job at Black Diamond such as ATV guiding, Serving, Cooking, CDL Bus Driver, Chef.. there are a lot of options. Please contact me for more information.

Requirements

Ability to remain positive in stressful situation
lift and carry 50 lbs required
Professional & clean appearance required
Previous experience or education in performing arts strongly preferred
Excellent Customer Service Skills
Safe at all times

Required Skills

Driving license.

Required Expertise

Driving.

Accommodation

We have single rooms for $200 per month per person plus $150 for utilities & supplies. We also offer places to park campers or RV's and that is $150 a month or we have smaller travel trailers for rent. Access to nice kitchens & laundry is available.

Benefits

Some benefits we offer: Job performance Bonuses, inexpensive housing, free golf, mini
golf, covered wagon rides, atv tours, end of season party; also our
employees get to go white water rafting for free, as well as flightseeing, fishing, hiking

The Facility

WHAT WE DO:
We have been in business since 1996 and continue to grow and improve our operations each season. We have a fantastic place located 10 miles from
The Denali National Park Entrance. We have a very unique and fun business
And are looking for adventurous, motivated people to join our team. We hire
Approximately 70 people each summer. We have a horse drawn
Covered wagon ride tour where you drive the team to an awesome remote pavillion where an outdoor feast is served. We also run a great restaurant, a golf course, mini golf course, & guided ATV tours. We have a very exciting business with a great working environment!
Our Teamster position is a fun outdoor position! You also can train in other positions. The trails are fantastic, the view is unbeatable, and you get to work with great people in the Alaskan Wilderness! Wild animal sightings are a regular and the midnight sun is something everyone should get the chance to expereince.