Trail Ride & Horse Care Assistant - Flexible Schedule

U.S. Air Force Academy; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Air Force Academy is seeking a Recreation Assistant (Animal Caretaker) to provide care for horses at the Equestrian Center, feed and water horses, clean stalls, and support trail rides and events.

The role includes basic maintenance, safety guidance, and administrative tasks related to reservations and payments. The position may involve assisting with events and promoting the Equestrian Center programs.

Qualifications

• Experience in animal care or equine care.
• Ability to operate a POS system and handle payments.
• Ability to work flexible hours and schedules.

Responsibilities

• Provide care to government and privately owned horses at the Equestrian Center.
• Feed and waters horses; clean stalls and stable areas; clean water tanks and buckets.
• Inspect horses for changes in behavior or appearance and inform supervisor.
• Medicate and treat government horses per guidance.
• Assist with trail rides and events; guide rides and support programs.

Skills

Horse care

Customer service

Safety awareness

Tools

POS system

Job description

U.S. Air Force Academy is seeking a Recreation Assistant (Animal Caretaker) to provide care for horses at the Equestrian Center, feed and water horses, clean stalls, and support trail rides and events.

The role includes basic maintenance, safety guidance, and administrative tasks related to reservations and payments. The position may involve assisting with events and promoting the Equestrian Center programs.