Full time and Part Time barn hand positions available at York Springs, PA Thoroughbred Breeding Farm- come join the team behind one of the top breeding and racing operations in the state!
Horse experience is required, you will be working closely with everything from new born foals to horses directly off the track and ones still actively racing. The ideal individual for this position should possess above average knowledge and horse handling skills and have excellent attention to detail along with being a reliable team player.
Duties to include:
- Feeding and turn in/out of horses daily
- Cleaning stalls
- General clean up of barn such as leaf blowing, sweeping, etc.
- Assisting with vet and farrier appointments
- Grooming horses
- Other general barn duties such as stacking hay, preparing meds for next shift, administering medication and treating minor to moderate wounds as needed, assisting maintenance personnel with minor projects, etc.
- Transporting mares/mares and foals to the breeding shed (if experienced)
- Foal watch shifts can be available to highly experienced individual but are not required
This position requires some work on the weekends and the schedule will become more demanding during foaling season. Availability until 10pm is required for shifts during foaling season (January through April). Five day work week, 8 hour shifts with potential to pick up more hours if desired. A more comprehensive explanation of the schedule can be discussed with serious applicants.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $14.00 per hour
Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week
Benefits:
Schedule:
Ability to Relocate:
- York Springs, PA 17372: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person