Stable Hand/Horse Groom

Stanford University•Stanford, CA

47d•$26 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

Welcome to Stanford's Department of Athletics, Physical Education and Recreation ("DAPER"), the premier intercollegiate athletics program in the country. With an unparalleled record of 138 NCAA team championships, we are the proud Home of Champions. Our success isn't just measured in trophies; it's reflected in the passion of our nearly 900 student-athletes competing across 36 intercollegiate varsity teams. It resonates in our unwavering support for the university's physical education, recreation, and wellness initiatives. At Stanford, we don't just embrace excellence; we define it. We don't just nurture champions; we create them. Our actions are guided by the core tenets of DAPER culture, "The DAPER Way," which are: Embrace Scholar Athleticism, Pursue and Revere Excellence, Lead with Courage, and Work Cohesively. Are you ready to inspire champions? If yes, then this may be the right opportunity for you! The Stable Hand/Horse Groom is responsible for aiding in the overall operations of the Red Barn Student Equestrian Center, reporting to the General Manager. This person will be responsible for the feeding, turnout and blanketing of Stanford and the boarders' horses, and for the cleaning and maintenance of the barns. This position may require working mornings, weekends, evenings, and/or holidays.

Requirements

A successful Stable Hand/Horse Groom will be responsible, ethical, take direction well, and work well with others.
A basic working knowledge of stables operations and prior experience working closely with horses are also required.
A qualified applicant will also be detail-oriented and able to work independently.

Nice To Haves

Fluent English and/or computer literacy a plus.

Responsibilities

Clean and bed stalls 25-35 stalls each day
Use pitchfork to pick up manure in the stall, twisting torso 180 degrees to deposit in wheelbarrow.
Push fully loaded wheelbarrow up to 200'
Dump fully loaded wheelbarrow
Reload wheelbarrow with shavings
Standing and/or walking for up to 2 hours at a time
Turnout horses
Reach up to place halter on horse's head (up to 6')
Walk horse up to 500' to paddock
Feed horses
Climb up hay to help push 5-10 bales of hay onto ground
Lift or help lift 7 hay bales weighing in excess of 80Lbs into Gator
Drive Gator and stop at each stall to pick up flake of hay and turn body to throw it into stall
Clean and maintain the various fixtures and common areas in the barns and adjacent areas
Clean Round Pen, paddocks, and Eurosicer
Use pitchfork to pick up manure and load into Gator
Use hose to wash down arena walls
Operate the farm tractor and perform site maintenance as requested
Pick up large 20-30 Gallon tubs loaded with up to 20-50Lbs of manure and sand to dump up into Gator for disposal
Get up onto tractor, stepping up 3' and pulling self up to seat
Sit for up to 1 hour at a time
Ability to turn and look 180 degrees over shoulder every 5 minutes to ensure even harrowing
Ability to help bend down/squat for up to 30-60 minutes to help trade out harrow teeth
Blanket and un-blanket horses, depending on season
Assist with any projects as assigned by the Barn Manager.
Work closely with the Barn Manager to ensure the general well-being and safety of the facility and its horses.

Benefits

Freedom to grow. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or audit a course. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak.
A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.
A healthier you. Climb our rock wall or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits.
Discovery and fun. Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums.
Enviable resources. Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more!

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