What are the responsibilities and job description for the Barn Staff/Horse Care Assistant position at Hay Creek Farm?
Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and energetic Barn Staff member to join our dynamic team. This role involves providing exceptional care for horses and maintaining the overall functionality of the barn environment. You will be responsible for daily animal care such as feeding, cleaning out stalls, providing fresh water and giving hay to the horses. We have both AM and PM shifts available. The pay is a flat rate of $60 (for PM shift) and $30 (AM shift). PM shifts are typically 3 hours and AM shifts are generally 1.5 hours worth of work.
If you thrive in outdoor settings and enjoy working with animals, we would love to work with you!
Responsibilities
- Provide daily care for horses, including feeding, grooming, and health monitoring to promote well-being and proper horse care practices
- Assist with stable management tasks such as mucking out stalls, bedding replacement, and ensuring clean and safe living conditions for all animals
- Turning horses in/out
- General farm and barn upkeep
Requirements
- Horse experience preferred, but not required- we are willing to train the right person
- Must be reliable, punctual, and responsible
- Comfortable working around horses and other animals
- Able to perform physical tasks such as lifting, walking, bending, and cleaning
- Must work well independently and as part of a team
This is a great opportunity for students, pre-vet or animal science majors, or anyone who enjoys working with horses, wants to learn, and loves being outdoors.
To apply, please message us with your name, availability, relevant experience, and why you’re interested in joining Hay Creek Farm.
Pay: $30.00 - $90.00 per day
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Work Location: In person
Salary : $60