Part Time - Equine Caretaker

Leroy Springs & Company Inc; Fort Mill (SC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Leroy Springs & Company is seeking an Equine Caretaker to care for our lesson and boarding horses under the Equestrian Manager. You’ll perform daily feeding, health checks, and assist with farrier, vet, and chiropractic needs to keep horses sound for lessons.

Experience with horses is preferred; riding or training ability is a plus but not required. This outdoor role includes weekend/evening/holiday shifts and a strong commitment to animal welfare.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent preferred; supplemented by equestrian experience.
• Prior knowledge of horses and equine behavior.
• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications; will train.

Responsibilities

• Daily feeding and watering of horses.
• Pulling horses for and assisting farrier, vet, and chiropractor.
• Daily horse care including deworming, teeth and feet checks, lameness checks, icing/Epsom salts.
• Monitor health and well-being of each horse and report issues.
• Unload and store feed and supplies; maintain inventory.
• Ensure compliance with policies and procedures.

Skills

Horse care

First aid knowledge

Customer service

Communication skills

Weekend/holiday shifts

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Equestrian experience

Job description

OVERVIEW

The Equine Caretaker is the person is responsible for the daily care and wellbeing of our lesson and boarding horses under the supervision of the Equestrian Manager. Supports the Equestrian Programs team in making sure horses are sound and fit for lessons and well taken care of. This person should have experience working with and caring for horses, as they will be responsible for maintaining a high standard of care for all our horses. Ability to ride and train horses is preferred but not required.

KEY FUNCTIONS

• Daily feeding and watering of horses
• Pulling horses for and assisting farrier, vet, and chiropractor
• Daily horse care (de worming, checking teeth and feet, lameness checks, icing/Epsom salts)
• Daily monitoring of the health and well-being of each horse; reports issues or concerns to supervisor
• Unloads and stores feed and supplies
• Assists in maintaining inventory and proper storage of feed and supplies
• Ensures compliance with all policies, procedures and regulations
• Other duties as assigned

THE LSC WAY

Our Culture is a top priority. As part of our commitment to culture, we have written a number of ‘Fundamentals’ called The LSC Way that are traits we value in our daily activities. The fundamentals that are critically important to this position are:

• Pay Attention to Details
• Listen to Understand
• Be a Lifelong Learner
• Honor your Commitments
• Look Ahead and Anticipate

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES

• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of horse health, first aid and nutrition
• Ability to remain calm, think clearly and act quickly and effectively in emergency situations
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships
• Excellent customer service and effective communication skills
• Ability to work a variety of shifts including weekends, evenings, and holidays

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

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.

• High school education or equivalent preferred; supplemented by one to two years of equestrian experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
• Prior knowledge of horses and equine behavior
• Current CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse prevention training; will train

REPORTING TO THIS POSITION

No supervisory responsibilities

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Work is performed essentially outdoors. While performing the duties of the job, employee is frequently exposed to loud noises and odors. Stands and walks for extended periods of time. Frequently performs moderate lifting and occasionally lifts and/or moves up to 50 lbs. While performing the semi-manual duties of this job, the employee works in hot, and humid weather conditions. The employee is exposed to assorted soaps, sprays, horse manure, disinfectants, medicines, and odors associated with animal barns. Position may involve riding, exercising and lunging of horses.

ABOUT US

Come work with us! At Leroy Springs & Company, we are more than a nonprofit organization. We are a family of brands rooted in nonprofit recreation, with a legacy lasting more than 80 years and a long-held belief that all people should benefit from affordable outdoor recreation, education and wellness opportunities. Today, our portfolio includes the Anne Springs Close Greenway, a 2,100-acre nature preserve; four historic golf courses; Springmaid Mountain Retreat in Spruce Pine, NC; and the FLYERS Afterschool program, which serves all Fort Mill elementary schools.

With a team of over 500 dedicated employees across four counties and two states, we are united by values of excellence, integrity and community. Our culture is built on trust, collaboration and a shared vision for a vibrant future.

Whether you are interested in outdoor seasonal jobs, non-traditional education positions, or a segue into the nonprofit, golf or parks and recreation industries, Leroy Springs & Company offers a place to grow, connect and make a lasting impact.