About The Position

Oaklawn is seeking a talented individual to become a Barn Area Equipment Operator. This role involves maintaining the barn area in optimal conditions, operating various equipment, and ensuring a safe and professional environment. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, customer-service oriented, and possess a strong understanding of safety protocols.

Requirements

  • Must be at least 21 years of age.
  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • One (1) + year barn area maintenance experience or similar role.
  • Experience with industry equipment (i.e. tractor, truck, grader, front end loader etc.).
  • Experience with OSHA standards of safety.
  • Must be able to perform the physical job duties of all Facilities team members.
  • Must have the ability to interact with guests, staff and colleagues and resolve problems and conflicts in a diplomatic and tactful manner.
  • Employee must be able to qualify for licenses and permits required by federal, state and local regulations.
  • Must possess a valid driver’s license and have acceptable driving history as determined by Oaklawn Jockey Club.
  • Must complete a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Responsibilities

  • Enthusiastically supports, actively promotes, and demonstrates superior customer service in accordance with department and company standards and programs.
  • Maintains strict confidentiality in all departmental and company matters.
  • Provides impeccable guest service to all guests.
  • Maintains the barn area in optimal conditions.
  • Operate tractors, water trucks, spreaders and other equipment to maintain/groom the barn area.
  • Responsible for reading, observing, enforcing and understanding all safety rules for safe operation for each piece of equipment.
  • Maintain tractors, water trucks, and equipment.
  • Must use sound judgement when using equipment around the horses.
  • Performs preventative maintenance such as changing oil, replacing belts, etc.
  • Performs minor corrective maintenance on equipment, such as trucks, tractors, barn equipment, etc. to repair equipment.
  • Uses various hand tools.
  • Maintain the professional appearance of the barn area and ensures the adherence of the preventative maintenance program.
  • Ensure timely response to all reports of safety hazards and proper communication.
  • Uphold standards and practices that support the comprehensive safety and integrity of horseracing.
  • Perform all of the duties and responsibilities in a professional, friendly, courteous and helpful manner, maintaining extreme confidentiality with all information.
  • Other duties as assigned.
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