Barn Area Equipment Operator - Full Time (Day Shift)

Oaklawn; Hot Springs (AR); On-site; USD 19,286,000 - 27,552,000; Full time

Job summary

Oaklawn Jockey Club seeks a Barn Area Equipment Operator to maintain the barn area and operate tractors and support equipment. The role requires a high school diploma or GED, 1+ year barn maintenance experience, and knowledge of safety standards.

Responsibilities include equipment operation, preventative maintenance, safety enforcement, and delivering excellent guest service while working with the Facilities team. Valid driver's license and ability to pass pre-employment screens are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1+ year barn area maintenance experience or similar role.
• Experience with industry equipment (tractor, truck, grader, front end loader).
• Experience with OSHA standards of safety.
• Must be able to perform the physical job duties of all Facilities team members.
• Must have the ability to interact with guests, staff and colleagues and resolve problems diplomatically.

Responsibilities

• Enthusiastically supports and demonstrates superior customer service.
• Maintains the barn area in optimal conditions.
• Operates tractors, water trucks, spreaders and other equipment.
• Reads and enforces safety rules for each piece of equipment.
• Performs preventative maintenance such as changing oil and belts.
• Maintains professional appearance of the barn area and adheres to maintenance program.
• Responds to safety hazards and communicates properly.
• Upholds standards supporting safety and integrity of horseracing.
• Performs duties in a professional, courteous and confidential manner.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Customer service

Safety awareness

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Tractor operation

Equipment maintenance

Job description

_Thank you for your interest in becoming part of the Oaklawn Team. We have an extraordinary legacy. We are a family with strong core values, providing a new level of excitement for our guests and Team Members as we aspire to be Arkansas’ Employer of Choice._

We are currently seeking a talented individual to become a Barn Area Equipment Operator.An individual could be successful if they possess the following.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Enthusiastically supports, actively promotes, and demonstrates superior customer service in accordance with department and company standards and programs.
• Maintains strict confidentiality in all departmental and company matters.
• Provides impeccable guest service to all guests
• Maintains the barn area in optimal conditions.
• Operate tractors, water trucks, spreaders and other equipment to maintain/groom the barn area.
• Responsible for reading, observing, enforcing and understanding all safety rules for safe operation for each piece of equipment.
• Maintain tractors, water trucks, and equipment.
• Must use sound judgement when using equipment around the horses.
• Performs preventative maintenance such as changing oil, replacing belts, etc. Performs minor corrective maintenance on equipment, such as trucks, tractors, barn equipment, etc. to repair equipment.
• Uses various hand tools
• Maintain the professional appearance of the barn area and ensures the adherence of the preventative maintenance program
• Ensure timely response to all reports of safety hazards and proper communication
• Uphold standards and practices that support the comprehensive safety and integrity of horseracing
• Perform all of the duties and responsibilities in a professional, friendly, courteous and helpful manner, maintaining extreme confidentiality with all information
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be at least 21 years of age.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• One (1) + year barn area maintenance experience or similar role
• Experience with industry equipment (i.e. tractor, truck, grader, front end loader etc.)
• Experience with OSHA standards of safety
• Must be able to perform the physical job duties of all Facilities team members.
• Must have the ability to interact with guests, staff and colleagues and resolve problems and conflicts in a diplomatic and tactful manner.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Employee must be able to qualify for licenses and permits required by federal, state and local regulations.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and have acceptable driving history as determined by Oaklawn Jockey Club.

OAKLAWN IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

It is Oaklawn’s intent to provide a drug-free, healthy, safe and secure environment for our Team Members. All applicants must complete a pre-employment drug screen and background check.