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Jackson Stables Inc

Wrangler/Trail Guide

Estes Park, CO · On-site

$2.1K/mo

Job would entail care of over 100 horses (feeding, grooming, saddling, bathing, doctoring, corral cleaning, maintenance, etc.) and guiding different groups of tourist on horseback. Room and Board is ...

Jackson Stables Inc

Wrangler/Trail Guide

Estes Park, CO · On-site

$2.1K/mo

Job would entail care of over 100 horses (feeding, grooming, saddling, bathing, doctoring, corral cleaning, maintenance, etc.) and guiding different groups of tourist on horseback. Room and Board is ...

Jackson Stables Inc

Wrangler/Trail Guide

Estes Park, CO · On-site

$2.1K/mo

Job would entail care of over 100 horses (feeding, grooming, saddling, bathing, doctoring, corral cleaning, maintenance, etc.) and guiding different groups of tourist on horseback. Room and Board is ...

Haymarket

Professional Travel Groom

La Grange, KY · On-site

Experience driving trucks and horse trailers with horses on board. * Willingness and ability to travel extensively. * Strong work ethic and excellent attention to detail. * Honest, dependable ...

EquiStaff

Stable Manager/Instructor - TN

Nesbit, MS · On-site

Experience in (or willingness to learn) managing the operations of schooling horse shows Benefits - Board for one horse fully included - 5 day work week!! - Full health, life and disability insurance ...

EquiStaff

Stable Manager/Instructor - TN

Nesbit, MS · On-site

Experience in (or willingness to learn) managing the operations of schooling horse shows Benefits - Board for one horse fully included - 5 day work week!! - Full health, life and disability insurance ...

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How much do horse boarding jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for horse boarding in the United States is $25.95, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.99 and $29.09 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is horse boarding?

A horse boarding job involves caring for horses that owners pay to keep at a boarding facility. Responsibilities typically include feeding, watering, mucking stalls, turning horses out for exercise, and ensuring their overall well-being. Some positions may also require administering basic medical care, maintaining facilities, and interacting with horse owners. The job can vary depending on the type of boarding facility, such as full-care, partial-care, or self-care boarding. Experience with horses and knowledge of equine care are often required for this role.

What are the typical daily responsibilities in horse boarding?

Daily responsibilities in horse boarding usually include feeding and watering horses, cleaning stalls, mucking out paddocks, and monitoring the health and well-being of each animal. You may also be responsible for administering medications, organizing exercise routines, and coordinating with veterinarians or farriers as needed. Many roles require maintaining clear communication with horse owners about their animals’ condition and any issues that arise. This hands-on position involves a structured routine, but each day can bring new challenges and opportunities to work with both horses and their owners in a collaborative team environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed for horse boarding?

To thrive in horse boarding, you need practical experience in equine care, knowledge of stable management, and basic animal health and safety procedures. Familiarity with barn management software, feeding schedules, and certifications such as first aid for large animals are often beneficial. Strong communication, attention to detail, and a genuine passion for animal welfare are valuable soft skills in this role. These competencies are vital for maintaining horse health, ensuring client satisfaction, and operating a safe, efficient boarding facility.

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Infographic showing various Horse Boarding job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 57% Full Time, 32% Part Time, and 11% Temporary. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $53,969 per year, or $25.9 per hour.

Carriage Driver - Full Time

Biltmore Estate

Asheville, NC • On-site

Full-time

Posted 27 days ago

Biltmore Estate rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Biltmore Estate

Based on 13 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

5.6

Company rating compared to similar companies: 5.6 out of 10

Hospitality employers average

Based on 104,225 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

The best things about working at Biltmore Estate

  • 89%

    89% say they enjoy their job

    say they enjoy their job

  • 80%

    80% say their managers don’t change their shifts at short notice

    say their managers don’t change their shifts at short notice

  • 67%

    67% say they have respectful managers

    say they have respectful managers

Featured by Biltmore Estate, based on 13 Breakroom Quiz responses from their frontline employees

Job description

Job Description

The Biltmore Carriage Driver is responsible for providing carriage rides for guests of the Estate.  The primary responsibilities of this position include providing general horse care, carriage and harness maintenance, care and cleaning for all related equipment, ensuring compliance with all the rules and regulations that govern carriage driving activities, and leading safe and enjoyable carriage rides for guests of the estate.

Schedule can vary, but is generally 7:45am-6:15pm Thursday - Sunday.

Essential Job Duties

1. Provide the daily care of all carriage driving horses.  Ensure that each horse is
receiving adequate water, hay and grain to keep them in top condition, daily grooming and hoof cleaning, and monitor the horses’ feeding patterns, behavior and gait for any problems.
2. Follow the schedule of horses and teams to be used for each day/ride established by the Program Supervisor.
3. Adhere to all operating procedures and safety guidelines. Use the daily checklist to ensure that the carriage, wheels and harness all are safe to use. Be sure that your carriage is equipped with a halter and lead rope, umbrellas, lap blankets, etc.
4. Ensure that all harnessing and hitching is done properly and that the lines run
correctly. Test drive prior to allowing any guests to board the carriage at start of day.
5. Welcome guests and offer any instruction or guidance to assist them in safely boarding.

Qualifications

1. High School Diploma (or GED), additional education desirable.
2. Knowledgeable about Biltmore Estate and its various programs and outdoor related activities.
3. 40 hours of documented, supervised driving experience with both single horse and teams.
4. Prior experience working for a commercial carriage operation desirable.
5. Current CPR and First Aid certification or willing to obtain ASAP.
6. Must be at least 19 years of age and have a valid North Carolina drivers license.

Physical Requirements

1. Must be able to lift 50 pounds, feed, harness and hold driving lines for large draft horses and willing to work outdoors in all weather conditions, pass a drug screen and physical prior to employment.

Working at Biltmore Estate

Perks for frontline workers

From Biltmore Estate, via Breakroom

  • 40% discounts at estate food and beverage and retail locations

  • Year-round access to the estate gardens and grounds

  • Access to the Clinic on Biltmore Estate at no cost

  • Access to Employee Assistance Network, Biltmore Cares Chaplains program, and Eblen Charities

  • Company training and development programs

  • Paid sick/emergency leave (flexible & full-time employees)

  • Paid holidays (flexible & full-time employees)

  • Eligibility to participate in company profit-sharing program (based on seniority; for flexible and full-time employee)

  • Eligibility to contribute to 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match (flexible and full-time employee)

  • Paid vacation (full-time employees)

About Biltmore Estate, in their own words

From Biltmore Estate

Completed in 1895, Biltmore was created as a grand estate for George and Edith Vanderbilt, their family, and friends. America’s Largest Home® was intended to be an escape, offering the pleasures of country life where every wish was anticipated and fulfilled.

That is the legacy that inspires our 2,000 employees: providing world-class service and gracious hospitality to every guest while preserving and protecting a beloved American icon.

Company values

From Biltmore Estate

Biltmore welcomes, respects, supports, and values diverse guests and employees, not only because it is the right thing to do, but also because it is essential for the preservation of this special place for generations to come. Through what we call a REACH mindset (Recognition, Empathy, Accountability, Curiosity, and Humility), we build relationships to create inclusive communities, develop and empower diverse leadership, and invest in team and community development.

Our company culture is guided by a legacy of serving our guests and each other with the gracious hospitality for which George Vanderbilt was known. Biltmore is still family-owned and remains passionate about fostering a welcoming and inclusive oasis from everyday life for our guests and each other.

Diversity and inclusion statement

From Biltmore Estate

By building equitable and inclusive practices, Biltmore attracts and empowers a workforce as diverse as the 1.7 million+ annual guests that we serve. Our efforts are aimed at empowering our current 2,000+ employees while concurrently creating the workforce of the future.

We’re fortifying these efforts through the establishment of clear and ambitious goals, along with developing strategies and pipelines to enhance diverse representation at Biltmore.

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