Merchandise Tyro Craftsman, Blacksmith; Seasonal

Position: Silver Dollar City - Merchandise Tyro Craftsman, Blacksmith (Full-Time Seasonal, 2026)
Job Summary:

As a Tyro 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 basic 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 craftsman giving daily live demonstrations throughout our 1880's 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.

This position starts now and ends 01/02/2026.

Must be at least 18 years of age.

We strongly suggest you attach photos to show us your work.

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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned to assist the Merchandise teams.

• 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 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.
• Proves to be self-motivated and self-directed with the ability to solve problems with minimal supervision.
• Meets established production goals 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.
• Follows any other job related duties requested by leadership.
• Observe safety and security procedures;
  Report potentially unsafe conditions;
  Use equipment and materials properly.
• Ensure proper handling of customer credit card information in compliance with Property Procedures and Purchasing Card Industry (PCI) standards.

Education/Experience:

One to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee must:

• Regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is:

• Regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear.
• Frequently required to taste or smell.
• Occasionally required to sit and climb or balance.
• Regularly required to walk on uneven, sloped surfaces including to and from assigned employee parking located at the park perimeter and employee workstation. Employees must be able to climb and descend steps on an employee shuttle bus based on parking assignments.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee may be:

• Regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles.
• Frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, outdoor weather conditions and vibration.
• Frequently exposed to extreme heat (non-weather) and risk of electrical shock.
• Occasionally exposed to wet or humid conditions (non-weather) and toxic or caustic chemicals.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

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…