Equine Program Maintenance Assistant

EQUINE PROGRAM MAINTENANCE ASSISTANT 

REPORTS TO: Kate Baxter (Equine Program Manager)

EMPL CLASS: Part Time (10 hours/week) 

DAYS: 2-3 days/ week

EMPLOYMENT TERMS: hourly 

POSITION PURPOSE: 

• To assist Equine Program Manager in maintaining equipment and equine facilities 

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Assists in the maintenance of barn, arena, trail, pastures, and equipment through fence maintenance and repairs, painting, cleaning, manure cleanup, mowing and weed-eating, vehicle and equipment maintenance, etc. 
• Runs errands as necessary to pick up hay, grain, shavings, replace equipment, etc.
•  Occasionally assists with Volunteer Groups/Volunteer Days at the barn

CORE COMPETENCIES/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE/TEMPERAMENT 

• Mature Christian, actively involved in local church and committed to their spiritual walk
• Experience with basic machinery, tools, and farm equipment
• General comfortability and knowledge around horses/livestock 
• Strong internal work-ethic, as well as good personal character and integrity 
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time and lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to follow directions and take feedback, as well as think creatively and quickly

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Excellent communication skills 
• Experience with tractors/farm equipment
• Valid driver’s license 

Ready to apply? Take the first step and send your resume and cover letter to the attention of Kate Baxter at katebaxter@eagleranch.org.