Stable Attendant
Employer
Belmont Park Race Track, 2150 Hempstead Turnpike
Elmont, NY 11003
United States
Job description
Cares for and cleans horses, exercises, and inspects them according to instructions. Feed and water horses according to schedules and feeding instructions. Examine and observe animals to detect signs of illness, disease, or injury. Do facility laundry and clean, organize, maintain, and disinfect animal quarters, such as and stables, and equipment, such as saddles and bridles. Exercise horses to maintain their physical and mental health. Unload and store feed and supplies.
Special Requirements
Must provide documentation verifying at least two months of previous experience working with horses. Must lift/carry 50 lbs., when necessary. Work schedule is at least 5 days/week with shifts varying by day and work days varying by week to include Saturday and Sunday. Employer-paid post-hire drug testing required of foreign and domestic workers upon suspicion of use. Employer may offer more than the stated work hours depending on weather, business needs, and other conditions. Extreme heat, cold, rain, or drought may affect exact working hours.