Head Starter

GLOBAL GAMING SOLUTIONS LLC; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

GLOBAL GAMING SOLUTIONS LLC in Grand Prairie, TX is seeking an experienced Starter to manage starting gate operations for training and live racing. You will supervise gate loading, ensure safety, and confirm entrants are ready to race.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and 7 years related experience, plus the TXRC license or ability to obtain one. Candidates must pass a background check and work well with veterinarians, trainers, jockeys, and track staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 7 years related experience and/or training.
• TX Racing Commission license (TXRC) required or ability to obtain.
• Background check required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee gate operations during training hours and live racing.
• Ensure horses are loaded safely and efficiently into the starting gate.
• Start each race once entrants are loaded and attentive.
• Supervise gate schooling and issue gate cards.
• Maintain safe work environment with safety measures.
• Document gate notes in InCompass when relevant.

Skills

Horse knowledge

Heavy-horse handling

Gate operations

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: GRAND PRAIRIE, TX 75050Position Type: SeasonalEducation Level: NoneTravel Percentage: NoneJob Category: Other

General Definition:

Responsible for the integrity of the start of each race, making sure there is a fair start for all horses.

Essential Job Functions:

• Oversees gate operations during both training hours and live racing.
• Ensures horses are safely and efficiently loaded into the starting gate
• Starts each race once all entrants are safely loaded and standing attentively.
• Supervise gate schooling during the morning training hours and issue gate cards.
• Create a safe work environment by recommending and implementing safety measures.
• Evaluate standard protocols and make recommendations on how particular horses should load.
• Ensure accurate entry of notes into InCompass where pertinent details about horse’s gate behavior is stored.
• Review InCompass in advance to stay up to date on entrants who may exhibit difficult loading behavior or require special handling.
• Interact with racetrack personnel including but not limited to: Veterinarians, Trainers, Jockeys, Exercise Riders and track management.
• Supervise the Assistant Starters.
• Must carry out all duties as assigned.

QualificationsEducation:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and 7 years related experience and/or training; or combination.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of Thoroughbred horses.
• Ability to handle horses weighing in excess of 900 pounds.
• Preferably one to two years of prior experience as an Asst. Starter.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
• Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's.
• 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.

Training:

7 year work related experience and/or training; or combination.

Licenses/Certifications/Other:

• 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)

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Strength:
  • Medium to Heavy workload
  • Stand, sit and walk consistently
  • Will be required to lift up to or over 20lbs or exert occasionally over 100lbs
• Movement:
  • Will consistently be required to touch, feel, stoop, bend, kneel, climb, reach
  • Will use office equipment
  • Driving motor vehicles as needed
• Auditory:
  • Frequently speak and articulate
  • Noise levels will be varied from moderate to heavy machinery
• Environmental:
  • Exposure to weather and extreme elements
  • Minimal exposure in close proximity to horses