Banff Trail Riders is a leading horseback riding outfitter located in the heart of Banff National Park. In Summer, we offer a diverse range of guided tours, from one-hour scenic rides to multi-day wilderness expeditions. In Winter, we offer horse-drawn sleigh rides and trips to our backcountry lodge. As a energetic tourism business, we provide a variety of opportunities for both visitors and employees.

Horse-drawn Sleigh Driver

As a Sleigh Driver and Guide with Banff Trail Riders, you will be required to take care of our heavy horses and provide memorable sleigh tours for our guests. The core aspect of your role will be guiding sleigh tours, demonstrating your knowledge of the horses, the mountains, and the environment to provide an informative and entertaining experience to guests of Banff National Park. In addition to this, horses provided to the staff will need training, to various degrees, and you will be asked to assist in their development in the hopes they may be a safe companion for future guests.

Our winter team is also responsible for future summer preparations- we are keen to share our leatherworking, maintenance and horse training skills to the right candidate.

This position will require you to:

- Driving narrative sleigh rides
- General barn chores, including snow removal
- Guest safety and customer experience




- Cleaning and upkeep of guest areas- Barns, Firepit area, Washrooms
- Check-in Office- welcoming guests, handling cash, and cash outs
- Leatherwork as required
- Ranch duties as required
- Assisting backcountry lodge as required

Qualifications:

- Proficient horse husbandry experience (English, Western, or Stock disciplines)
- Previous seasonal work experience is preferred.
- Strong customer service experience.
- Ability to work in a quick-paced environment.
- An interest in the Western lifestyle.
- Valid "Standard" First-Aid certificate.

Our winter season runs from December 1st until April, at which point new roles for our Summer 2027 season are available.

Staff accommodation may be available upon request.

Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal

Contract length: 5 months

Pay: $17.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits

- Store discount

Application question(s):
- Do you require staff accommodation?
- Are you legally permitted to work in Canada (i.e. hold a valid work permit, PR status, or Canadian citizenship)? If you hold a work permit, please state the expiry date.

Experience:
- Horse: 2 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
- "Standard" First Aid (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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