Outrider - Seasonal

Oaklawn•Hot Springs, AR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Oaklawn is seeking a talented individual to become a Racing Outrider. This role is crucial for ensuring the safety of all horse racing participants (both human and equine) during training and live racing. The Racing Outrider also assists riders with difficult horses, particularly when a horse attempts to run away with its rider. This position requires punctuality, the ability to work overtime, and adherence to basic rule enforcement.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years of age.
Must be able to read, write legibly, understand and speak English
Ability to work at a fast pace in often crowded/noisy environment
Ability to work weekends, evenings and holidays
Ability to stand for periods of time and work in inclement weather when necessary
High School Diploma, GED or equivalent required
1 year related experience and/or training; or combination.
Must be an experienced rider
Must be able to catch loose or troubled horses while maintaining control of their horse
Must be knowledgeable of the Rules of Racing
Must be proficient in Microsoft applications (Excel, Access, Word)
Must qualify for an Outriders licensed with Racing Commission
Excellent customer service/communication skills
Must meet professional appearance standards as prescribed by company policy.
Must be able to respond to visual and oral cues
Ability to read and interpret documents in English, such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
Ability to read and communicate verbally in English.
Written communication skills in in English may also be required.
Employee must be able to qualify for licenses and permits required by federal, state and local regulations.
The employee must be able to stand and walk for the majority of the shift.
The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and peripheral vision.
The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and must have the ability to stand, climb, push, pull, reach, bend, twist, stoop, stack, crouch, kneel and balance when performing job duties in varying work areas such as confined spaces.

Responsibilities

Ensuring the safety of all horse racing participants (both human and equine) during training and live racing.
Helping riders who are having trouble with difficult horses, particularly when a horse tries to run away with its rider.
Basic rule enforcement
Leading animals to starting gates
Chasing down run aways
Chasing down any early starters
Sounding the alarm to notify rider injury
Leading animals for morning exercise
Opening & closing the track at the beginning & end of the day
Coordinating with other track personnel
Overseeing morning exercise routines & maintaining order
Punctual attendance required
Ability to work required overtime.
Other duties as assigned