Backstretch Tech - 1st Shift - Full Time

Northfield Park Racino; Kentucky; On-site; USD 16,531 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

Northfield Park Racino is seeking a diligent Backstretch Facilities Tech to perform carpentry, maintenance, and heavy-duty tasks across horse barns and related structures. You will inspect, repair, and maintain stalls, flooring, and equipment, ensuring safety and operational standards are met.

From basic electrical and plumbing awareness to using hand and power tools, you will support daily operations, keep records, and follow all safety protocols while working in a team environment at the

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1+ years of relevant experience in carpentry, construction, or related field; barn/equestrian focus preferred.
• Proficiency with a variety of hand and power tools.

Responsibilities

• Inspect horse barns for damage, wear, and safety hazards; report findings to supervisors.
• Repair and maintain barn structures, stalls, doors, and flooring.
• Operate power washers, leaf blowers, and lawn equipment.
• Maintain water systems and lighting components.
• Submit daily logs of repairs and maintenance activities.
• Follow safety protocols and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Complete required trainings.

Skills

Carpentry

Construction

Equipment maintenance

Safety protocols

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Ladders/Scaffolding

Job description

The primary purpose of the Backstretch Facilities Tech is to perform semi/non-skilled general and heavy-duty tasks for our Horse Racetrack. They will be responsible for inspecting, repairing, and maintaining horse barns, equipment and related structures. This includes handling repairs to the barn's infrastructure, such as stalls, and flooring, as well as ensuring that all safety and operational standards are met.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

• Inspect horse barns for damage, wear, and safety hazards. Report findings to supervisors/managers
• Perform repairs and maintenance on barn structures, tack rooms, and dorms including stalls, doors, and flooring.
• Operate power washers, leaf blowers and lawn equipment to maintain exterior surfaces.
• Maintain and repair water systems, lighting components as needed.
• Maintain accurate records of repairs and maintenance activities when submitting daily log paperwork.
• Provide recommendations for improvements and upgrades to enhance barn functionality to property leadership.
• Follow safety protocols and ensure all work complies with relevant regulations.
• Keep work areas clean and organized and dispose of waste materials properly.
• Completes all required trainings.

Requirements

• Performs other job-related duties as requested
• Proof of eligibility to work in the United States

Education

• High School Diploma or GED Required

Work Experience

• 1+ Years of Prior Relevant Experience Proven experience in carpentry, construction, or a related field, preferably with a focus on barn or equestrian facilities. Required
• 6+ Months of Prior Relevant Experience Basic knowledge of barn construction and maintenance techniques. Preferred
• 6+ Months of Prior Relevant Experience Proficiency in using a variety of hand and power tools. Preferred

Additional Requirements

• Experience with heavy machinery operation. Required
• Basic knowledge of electrical and plumbing systems. Preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to read and understand technical data.
• Ability to understand and comprehend MSDS paperwork.
• Ability to understand and comply with all company safety policies and their requirements.
• Ability to visually view work area and assigned tasks.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to work with animals
• Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting, climbing, and working in various weather conditions.