Assistant Starter

PENN Entertainment • Charles Town, WV

1d • Onsite

About The Position

WE’RE CHANGING ENTERTAINMENT. COME JOIN US. We’re always looking for talent that believes in having fun. At PENN Entertainment, you’ll get to be a part of an exciting industry, where the days and nights are fast paced. You’ll work with an incredibly diverse set of coworkers driven by their enthusiasm for helping people find and have more fun. You’ll also get to work at a company that cares about your career growth and will help you get the support you need to expand your possibilities. Initial placement within the salary range is based on an individual's relevant knowledge, skills, and experience. Base salary is just one component of our competitive Total Rewards package, which includes wellness programs designed to support our team members' financial, physical, and mental well-being. Specific benefits—such as day-one medical coverage, 401(k) matching, and annual performance bonus—may vary by position. Paid time off is earned according to the local policy and increases with the length of employment. Click HERE to discover how we empower team members to grow, thrive, and advance in their careers. WE LOVE OUR WORK.

Requirements

• Prior horse experience is required.
• Able to handle the heavy physical aspects of the position.
• Must be able to count and do general addition and subtraction.
• Must be able to anticipate how a horse may react in various situations.
• Must be eligible to hold a West Virginia Racing Commission license.
• Must be able to work as a team player.
• Required to work in year round weather conditions.
• Must be 21 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Load and handle horses in the starting gate during the races.
• Work in the mornings schooling unruly horses.
• Teaching young horses the ways of the starting gate.
• Assist the state veterinarian with injured horses and assist track maintenance by loading injured horses on the horse ambulance.
• Assist EMT crew with injured riders.
• May be called to the paddock to assist with unruly or injured horses.
• Responsible for maintaining the gate.
• Responsible for setting of the gate.

Benefits

• Wellness programs designed to support our team members' financial, physical, and mental well-being.
• Day-one medical coverage
• 401(k) matching
• Annual performance bonus
• Paid time off is earned according to the local policy and increases with the length of employment.
• Uniforms are provided.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed