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Job Description

Full Time:

Yes

Number of Workers Requested:

18

Job Duties:

As a Thoroughbred Horse Groom the worker will be responsible for and assist with the daily care of horses and preparation of horses for training and participation in horse races. Workers will prepare horses for races. They have the responsibility to feed and water horses, clean, tack, bathe, brush, and clip horses, apply horse boots and prepare horses to be saddled for races. They will clean horse's feet, apply/remove leg wraps/boots and saddle for training. Bathe/cool down horse after racing. Assist veterinarian while performing physical examinations, by keeping the horse calm and under control. They will also assist the farriers as they inspect, remove, apply, adjust, and work with horse's hooves and shoes by keeping the horse calm and under control. Clean/re-bed stalls. Hose down horse with cold/warm water. Wrap horse in brace or poultice bandages as necessary.

Job Classification:

39-2021.00 - Animal Caretakers

Job Requirements

Experience Required:

Yes

Months of Experience Required:

1

Special Requirements:

ABILITY TO LIFT UP TO 150LBS. WITH ASSISTANCE. SPLIT SHIFT 5:00AM-11:00AM; 3:00PM-5:00PM. SATURDAY WORK REQUIRED, WHEN NECESSARY. HOURS MAY VARY BASED ON WEATHER AND RACING SCHEDULE. RANDOM DRUG TESTING MAY BE CONDUCTED POST-HIRE AT EMPLOYER'S EXPENSE FOR ALL WORKERS, BOTH DOMESTIC AND H-2B.

Number of Hours Per Week:

40

Work Schedule (Start/End time):

5:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.

Employer Information

Company Name:

Weaver Racing Stables, Inc. - Saratoga

Location:

Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

Worksite

Address:

267 Union Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

Job Order Details

ETA Case Number:

H-400-25001-582861

Multiple Worksites:

No

Additional Wage Information:

Bonuses/raises may be paid at employer discretion based on performance, skill, tenure.

Date Posted:

1/23/2025

Piece Rate Offer

$0.00

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