Thoroughbred Exercise Rider

Lindy Farms; Somers (CT); On-site; USD 44,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Lindy Farms in Somers, CT is seeking a Thoroughbred Exercise Rider to execute the trainer's instructions and ensure training is performed to the trainer's satisfaction. Lindy Farms is a family-owned operation with 50 years of experience in Thoroughbred and Standardbred breeding, training, and racing, committed to high care standards for all horses and facilities.

The role requires horseback riding experience, good horsemanship, and the ability to communicate with trainers, veterinary staff, and

Qualifications

• Horseback riding experience required; racehorse experience preferred.
• Good horsemanship and ability to work with a trainer and staff.
• Able to multitask and stay organized in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Follow the trainer's instructions to prepare horses for racing.
• Communicate with trainers, veterinary staff, and other team members.
• Maintain regular, punctual attendance in line with company policies.
• Adapt to changing duties based on business needs.

Skills

Riding experience

Horsemanship

Multi-tasking

Communication

Calm under pressure

Job description

Thoroughbred Exercise Rider

Lindy Farms

Lindy Farms

Lindy Farms is a family-owned and operated farm based in Somers, CT. For the last 50 years, it has been dedicated to the principles and standards of Thoroughbred and Standardbred horse breeding/training/racing. Lindy Farm is committed to maintaining the highest care, maintenance, and health standards for the farm's horses and facilities.

Compensation: $52,000

Position Summaries:

The Thoroughbred Exercise Rider is responsible for executing the trainer's instructions and ensuring training is done to the satisfaction of the trainer.

Your Role:

• Follow the trainer's instructions to prepare the horses for racing
• Communicate with trainers, veterinary, and other staff on the horses
• Maintains reasonable, regular, and punctual attendance consistent with Company policies, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), and other federal, state, and local standards.
• Adapts to changing duties, as required, based on business needs

Your Skills:

• Horseback riding experience, racehorse experience preferred
• Knowledge of horsemanship
• Multi-tasking abilities
• Good oral communication and organizational skills
• Ability to remain calm and professional in a fast-paced work environment.

Requirements:

• Have a good attitude and participate as a member of the team.
• Able to work a flexible schedule, including Saturdays and holidays.

Physical Demands:

Listed below are key points regarding the job's environmental demands and work environment. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

• Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity (such as keyboarding, machine operation, etc.), most of the workday.
• Required to exert physical effort in handling objects up to or less than 75 pounds frequently.
• Required to be exposed to a physical environment that involves dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes, or similar elements.
• Clarity of vision
• Must be able to work alone or with a team.
• Local travel

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Lindy Farms, LLC EEO Statement: The Company is committed to and supports equal employment opportunity and affirmative action to all employees and applicants. Equal employment opportunity means equal treatment of employees and applicants without regard to the following legally-protected characteristics: race, color, religion, creed, sex (gender identity), pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, medical condition, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), veteran status, physical or mental disability status or any other legally-protected status.