Turf Maintenance (Summer 2026)

Churchill Downs Incorporated

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Colonial Downs Group (CDG) is owned and operated by Churchill Downs Incorporated and consists of several different brands across Virginia: Colonial Downs Racetrack, Rosie’s Gaming Emporium, Rosie’s Game Room, and Virginia Horseplay. CDG is an inclusive and fun place to work. We celebrate unique approaches and points of view. We believe diversity is a mindset that drives excellence. We’re always learning, evolving, and growing. We innovate through mutual respect of ideas and collaboration. This allows us to build a common language that inspires our team members and propels us toward the achievement of our vision.
JOB SUMMARYTurf Maintenance team members maintain and repair the racetrack’s surfaces, surrounding facilities and physical structures by performing various duties from cleaning, weed removal and area beautification to assisting in the execution of live horse racing operations as well as other duties as assigned, to provide guests with a world-class racing experience. This is a seasonal position for the Summer 2026 at Colonial Downs.

Requirements

• Requires the ability to operate a variety of handheld machinery.
• Must be available to work the entire race meet at Colonial Downs (June 25th through September 7th).
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Virginia Racing Commission (VRC) racing license.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must obtain and maintain a valid Virginia Racing Commission license.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license with a minimum of three (3) years driving experience.

Nice To Haves

• Prior maintenance or groundskeeping experience preferred.
• Experience working with or around horses highly preferred.
• Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Provides next-level guest service to internal and external guests. Demonstrates #AddLife culture in all interactions with guests and co-workers.
• Responsible for fostering an environment of support and motivation for Team Members.
• Maintains confidentiality of all privileged information in accordance with established procedures with company policy and state regulations.
• Maintenance responsibilities may include raking, mowing, stall mucking, string trimming, garbage removal and general maintenance of the infield, track and barn areas.
• Resolves problems that are within the position's scope of authority and recommends courses of action to resolve problems that are beyond the scope of authority to the position’s supervisor.
• Keeps position supervisor informed of relevant activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED