Right-Hand Starter: Race Gate & Horsemanship Support

Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Fair Grounds Race Course in New Orleans seeks an Assistant Starter to work with horses and the starting gate, ensuring races begin safely, fairly, and on time. The role supports the Head Starter and requires horsemanship, meticulous record keeping, and strict adherence to racing protocols.

Candidates should have knowledge of Thoroughbred horses, the ability to handle heavy horses, and ideally 1–2 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Thoroughbred horses.
• Ability to handle horses weighing over 900 pounds.
• Preferably 1–2 years prior experience as an Asst. Starter.
• Ability to read and understand simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to present information clearly in one-on-one interactions.

Responsibilities

• Serves as a right hand for the Head Starter.
• Maintain a log of all horses at the gate during training hours; document handling (
• Marks

Job description

Fair Grounds Race Course in New Orleans seeks an Assistant Starter to work with horses and the starting gate, ensuring races begin safely, fairly, and on time. The role supports the Head Starter and requires horsemanship, meticulous record keeping, and strict adherence to racing protocols.

Candidates should have knowledge of Thoroughbred horses, the ability to handle heavy horses, and ideally 1–2 years of relevant experience.