Tell the story of Middleton Place, National Historic Landmark, while driving a team of Belgian horses and provide care and maintenance of a variety of animals in the Living History Plantation Stableyards.

Key areas of responsibility

• Lead a horse-driven carriage while telling the story of Middleton Place
• General care and feeding of horses and other Stableyard animals
• Cross-train to assist in general barn maintenance
• Perform other duties as needed including work with horses, water buffalo, sheep, hogs, and more.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Experience working in a stable or barn environment or with animals is a plus, but not required. We will train you.
• Ability to clearly communicate with guests while driving a carriage
• Strong work ethic
• Willingness to work as a team
• Stamina for working outside in changing weather conditions
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.

Terms of employment

• FULL/PART-time with flexible schedule (weekends required)
• Must have a valid SC driver’s license and reliable transportation

Job Type: Full Time

To apply, email Hannah Carter at [email protected].

Join the maintenance team at this historic landmark. Perform a variety of routine and semi-skilled tasks involving general maintenance, including: painting, electrical repairs, plumbing, roof repairs, and routine carpentry work.

This entry level, full-time position requires a dependable individual with two years or more of working in the field. Must have valid SC driver’s license and reliable transportation. Good benefits.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS of the Job (listed in order of importance):

• Assist in routine building/system repairs including plumbing, electrical, carpentry and painting
• Assist in road and drainage maintenance
• Maintain and secure Maintenance Department equipment and workshops, sheds, and materials

MARGINAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Assist as needed with property-wide events
• Assist as needed with property-wide security

Skills Required to Perform the Duties of the Job:

• Proficient knowledge of all building trades and equipment maintenance
• Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment
• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks

Educational Requirements Needed to Perform the Duties of the Job:

• Technical training in Building/Equipment Trades or equivalent work experience
• High School Diploma

Weight Lifting (or other physical) Requirements to Perform the Duties of the Job:

• 50 pounds routinely
• Ability to move all extremities, stand for 2 or more hours, bend and stoop without pain or impairment.

Licensing or Other Special Certifications Required:

• Valid S.C. Driver’s license.

Job Type: Full Time

To apply, email Sidney Frazier at [email protected].