Thoroughbred Exercise Rider

Lindy Farms • Somers, CT

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Thoroughbred Exercise Rider Lindy Farms Lindy Farms Lindy Farms is a family-owned and operated farm based in Somers, CT. For the last 50 years, it has been dedicated to the principles and standards of Thoroughbred and Standardbred horse breeding/training/racing. Lindy Farm is committed to maintaining the highest care, maintenance, and health standards for the farm ' s horses and facilities. Position Summaries: The Thoroughbred Exercise Rider is responsible for executing the trainer's instructions and ensuring training is done to the satisfaction of the trainer.

Requirements

• Horseback riding experience, racehorse experience preferred
• Knowledge of horsemanship
• Multi-tasking abilities
• Good oral communication and organizational skills
• Ability to remain calm and professional in a fast-paced work environment.
• Have a good attitude and participate as a member of the team.
• Able to work a flexible schedule, including Saturdays and holidays.
• Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity (such as keyboarding, machine operation, etc.), most of the workday.
• Required to exert physical effort in handling objects up to or less than 75 pounds frequently.
• Required to be exposed to a physical environment that involves dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes, or similar elements.
• Clarity of vision
• Must be able to work alone or with a team.

Responsibilities

• Follow the trainer's instructions to prepare the horses for racing
• Communicate with trainers, veterinary, and other staff on the horses
• Maintains reasonable, regular, and punctual attendance consistent with Company policies, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), and other federal, state, and local standards.
• Adapts to changing duties, as required, based on business needs

What This Job Offers

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