Participate in and implement programming activities both in and out of the barn.
Participate in the maintenance of horses, equipment, and facilities.
Understand (behavior, feeding, health) of horses.
Able to push herd from pasture to pen on horseback. May also include walking, running or driving herd.
Identify most horses by name and level.
Safely move horses from pen to barn and into correct stalls.
Follow feeding instructions specific to each horse.
Follow tacking instructions specific to each horse including lifting saddles up to 50 pounds from racks to backs.
Correctly assess feed and hay quality.
Follow grooming procedures according to standards.
Identify health issues including wounds (cuts, scrapes, punctures, etc.); illness (colic, founder, etc.) and lameness and report to Equestrian Manager.
Follow all safety guidelines and policies for guests and staff.
Understand emergency procedures for any equestrian accidents/incidents.
Work well with other members of staff to ensure riders are mounted and ride is out on time.
Help inexperienced riders feel safe but can also understand when the rider needs to end ride immediately and can effectively make that happen.
Communicate effectively and clearly during any situation (especially emergencies).
Know all trails on property and effectively communicate position of ride in case of emergency.
Repair fences around pastures and barns when necessary.
Qualifications
Qualifications:
Able to lift, throw and stack square hay bales (up to 75 pounds) on wagons, vehicles, barns, and lofts.
Understands all safety guidelines as described in wrangler manual and procedures for working around horses, riding, maintaining barn, and participating in any equine programming.