Stable Hand Job at Gaitway Therapeutic Horsemanship, Saint Gabriel, LA

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  • Gaitway Therapeutic Horsemanship
  • Saint Gabriel, LA

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

  • Flexible schedule
  • Company parties
REPORTS TO: Barn Manager
STATUS: Part-Time, Hourly, Non-Exempt
WORK HOURS: Average 20 hours per week

GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Farm Hands primary responsibility is to ensure the horses, facilities, and pastures are maintained in top condition, while adhering to existing policies and procedures. The Farm Hand will work closely with the Barn Manager, Executive Director, and other staff in a team-based model of leadership and management of the programs and functions of GaitWay.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Maintain pastures, including water tanks, fencing, pest control, grass, etc. as assigned by supervisor.
Maintain water for all horses, keep buckets clean
Clean stalls, pick hooves, and apply fly spray as necessary
Provide feed and hay to horses as directed
Ensure that the stall aisle is swept after morning and evening feeding
Report any safety or maintenance issues to the office immediately
Turn in/turn out horses as directed
Assist Barn Manager and Maintenance Tech in maintenance of equipment and facility as assigned by supervisor.
Assist with special events as directed
Report any horse health issue to direct supervisor immediately
Keep outhouse clean and remove trash as necessary
Make sure trash is placed by gate for pick-up on appropriate day

OTHER TASKS
Communicate with and support other staff as needed to assist in the overall operations of the organization
Create a safe environment for horses, staff, volunteers, and riders and ensure humane treatment and use of horses
Participate in staff events such as training, special events, and projects
Maintain professional standards of appearance, communication, and timeliness
Additional duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Must be able to follow oral and written instructions.
Must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Must have good observational skills.
Must be able to walk, stand, sit, kneel, stoop, crawl, twist, reach above head, pull, bend, climb ladders, and carry up to 50lbs.
Must be able to work holidays and weekends.
Must be able to actively work in inclement weather.
Must have fine motor dexterity.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Holiday work, Part time, Immediate start, Flexible hours, Weekend work, Day shift, Afternoon shift,

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