Holding Barn Attendant

GLOBAL GAMING SOLUTIONS LLC • Grand Prairie, TX

17h • Onsite

About The Position

General Definition: Responsible for the upkeep and care of the holding barn and aiding the onsite racing officials during live horse racing.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and 8 years related experience and/or training; or combination.
• Knowledge of Thoroughbred horses.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• 1 year work related experience and/or training; or combination.
• Must be able to pass a background check and receive a license or permit from any Regulatory Agency, if applicable to perform the essential job functions
• Texas Racing Commission License (TXRC)

Responsibilities

• Maintains a clean and sanitary worksite
• Calls horses up to holding barn for each race
• Weigh each horse upon arrival
• Input weights in the computer for each race
• Provide numbered vests for grooms
• See that horses leave on time for the paddock and in order
• General housekeeping and equipment clean-up of the Holding barn area to ensure safety and health standards are being met.
• Report any discrepancies or problems to onsite Veterinarian's or racing officials.
• Perform all other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED