Job Details

Summary:As anAssociate Craftsman, you'll be the newest addition to the family of 100 resident craftsmen that give Silver Dollar City an identity unlike any other place on the planet. We're looking for people who have a working knowledge of this craft and are willing to work under one of our Master Craftsmen to perfect your trade. We are the Home of American Craftsmanship, with craftsmen giving daily live demonstrations throughout our 1880s park. You'll be working in front of hundreds of guests every day, finding the perfect blend of entertainment and education they have come to expect from this deeply rooted tradition. We strongly suggest you attach photos to show us what you can do.

You must be at least 18 years of age.

Essential Duties and Responsibilitiesinclude the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Gives entertaining and informative demonstrations of craft, while working in appropriate period settings, using customs and crafts associated with folk life depicted in the Silver Dollar City setting.
• Acquires information about time period and lifestyle depicted and craft techniques associated with the time and area to devise plans for authentic presentation of craft.
• Explains techniques of craft and points out the relationship of craft to lifestyle depicted to assist guests in comprehending traditional techniques of work and play related to the time and area.
• Effectively interacts with guests and fellow employees without distracting them while maintaining a positive, team-oriented attitude.
• Uses skills to build & strengthen production & retail shop personnel into a cohesive team.
• Proves to be self-motivated and self-directed with the ability to solve problems with the assistance of the Master Craftsman.
• Ensures that established production goals are met at an acceptable quality level.
• Keeps work area clean and well stocked and maintains organization and inventory of raw materials.
• Ensures compliance with all authorized operator requirements and safety procedures specific to the job location.
• Ensure proper handling of customer credit card information in compliance with Property Procedures and Purchasing Card Industry (PCI) standards.

Qualifications:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• One year certificate from college or technical school; or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Benefits Offered

• Free Admission- Free admission to Silver Dollar City Attractions and discounted admissions to Herschend Enterprises' attractions and resorts across the US for you and your dependents.
• Exclusive Admission Discounts- Complimentary tickets & discounts on season passes for loved ones.
• Food & Merchandise Discounts- Discounts on dining, drinks and merchandise across Silver Dollar City Attractions.
• 401K & Profit Sharing- Profit Sharing and 401(k) Retirement plans are available after one year and 1,000 hours.
• Health Insurance- Affordable health plan options (co-pay, HSA, FSA) available to all full-time seasonal and year-round employees.
• Mary's Well House- Employee health center provides employees with basic office visits, x-rays and lab work for a co-pay, whether insured or not.
• Free Tuition- Earn your degree, debt-free. 100% free tuition starting day one of employment. Learn more at

See all of the benefits offered through Silver Dollar City at:

Equal Opportunity Employer/ Disabled/ Veterans