Racetrack Backside Maintenance Technician

Prairie Meadows; Altoona (IA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Prairie Meadows is seeking personnel to work outdoors at the racetrack, performing daily track preparation, paddock maintenance, and equipment operation. Candidates should be ready to learn all areas including main track, training track, horse paths, and paddocks.

Responsibilities include operating tractors, loaders, and other equipment, performing inspections, and reporting issues promptly. This role requires physical stamina and the ability to work in varying weather conditions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must have a valid Class B driver’s license (CDL with Air Brakes) and a safe driving record.
• Ability to operate and maintain track equipment in all weather conditions.
• Ability to lift 75 pounds and work outdoors for 8 hours.
• Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers.

Responsibilities

• Cross train to learn all aspects of preparing the main track, training track, horse paths, and paddock areas for racing and training daily.
• Learn to operate all equipment to maintain the racetrack and use them as weather requires.
• Keep equipment clean, well maintained, and set correctly.
• Inspect, watch, and report equipment issues to supervisor.
• Maintain horse path and paddock conditions and support labor tasks as needed.

Skills

CDL with Air Brakes

Heavy equipment operation

Communication skills

Safety-conscious

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Skid loaders

Four-wheeler

Rakes

Shovels

Job description

Prairie Meadows is seeking personnel to work outdoors at the racetrack, performing daily track preparation, paddock maintenance, and equipment operation. Candidates should be ready to learn all areas including main track, training track, horse paths, and paddocks.

Responsibilities include operating tractors, loaders, and other equipment, performing inspections, and reporting issues promptly. This role requires physical stamina and the ability to work in varying weather conditions.