Equestrian Center Maintenance Technician

New-Castle-County-Government; Arundel (DE); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

New Castle County Government seeks a general maintenance worker to perform a range of tasks at the county facilities, including the equestrian center. The role involves caring for horses, feeding, grooming, cleaning stalls, and assisting with pasture management.

Candidates must be able to lift heavy objects, follow instructions, and work under varying weather conditions. A high school diploma or GED is required, with on-the-job training provided as needed.

Qualifications

• Some knowledge of and ability to work with horses.
• Ability to learn a variety of maintenance and manual tasks.
• Ability to perform minor mathematical calculations.
• Ability to lift heavy articles.
• Ability to understand simple oral instructions; communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Performs general maintenance duties at county facilities, including the equestrian center.
• Feeds, grooms, and cleans stalls; manages pastures and horses as instructed.
• Cleans barns and stables, replenishes bedding, and prepares horses for rides or public events.
• Assists in planting and mulching around trees, shrubs, and flowers; moves equipment as needed.

Skills

Horse handling

Maintenance tasks

Math calculations

Heavy lifting

Oral and written communication

Work under varying weather

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

New Castle County Government seeks a general maintenance worker to perform a range of tasks at the county facilities, including the equestrian center. The role involves caring for horses, feeding, grooming, cleaning stalls, and assisting with pasture management.

Candidates must be able to lift heavy objects, follow instructions, and work under varying weather conditions. A high school diploma or GED is required, with on-the-job training provided as needed.