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Groom/Barn Hand - 3 horses - NC

Columbus, NC 28722

Posted: 01/17/2025 Industry: Hunter/Jumper Job Number: 170 Pay Rate: $ 65000.00 - $ 70000.00

Job Description

About The Facility
A small, private farm near Tryon, NC is looking for a new member of their tight-knit team! This lovely family farm currently boasts a 6 stall barn where the owner's three forever horses reside. The property is surrounded by miles of wooded trails and has a small creek running through its peaceful hills. The owner of this facility splits her time between the farm and her home in SC, and relies heavily on her trusted team to care for the well-being of her horses. This is an atmosphere that provides incredible stability and work/life balance to its employees - but all members must understand that the dynamics and requirements of this generous opportunity are NOT up for negotiation!
Job Description
We are seeking a detail-oriented, mature Groom/Barn Hand for this unique operation. This person will be responsible for cleaning stalls and water buckets, turnout, meticulous grooming of the horses, maintaining cleanliness of the barn and other basic stable care tasks. Applicants should be comfortable with walking up and down hills and performing a very physical job. They should have comprehensive understanding of top quality equine care, and be at least loosely comfortable with emergency procedures and driving a trailer. This person needs to be comfortable working in a low-key, laid-back setting with a highly consistent schedule. While this is not a position that requires a lot of show-barn-hustle, applicants should enjoy being at the barn all day and be self starters with regards to cleanliness tasks.
Barring emergencies, and including night check, this is a 40hr (or less) work week!
**This is NOT a riding position. There is NO showing involved. This is NOT a role for individuals looking to grow or advance their careers. This position does NOT offer stabling opportunities for any personal horse(s) - NO exceptions! Personal horses must be on full-care board at an outside facility. Ambitious show and training schedules will not coincide well with this position.**
Job Duties
- Stall Cleaning
- Feeding Hay/Grain
- Turnout
- Blanketing
- Cleaning water buckets
- Cleaning barn
- Grooming
- Cleaning Tack
- Barn laundry
- Stacking hay & feed bags
- Hand Walking/Grazing
- Odd jobs around the farm

- Emergency care when needed
*Night check 3-4 nights per week*

Job Requirements

Job Requirements
- Minimum 5 years experience hands-on with horses in a professional setting
- Collaborative, team-oriented personality
- Stay On-Site Frome equine dinner through nightcheck on scheduled days
- Keen attention to detail
- Genuine love of providing day-to-day horsecare
- Ability to start on March 17, 2025
- Ability to live on-site full-time with limited-to-no outside commitments

Benefits
-This is a 4 day, 40 hour/week position (Barring emergencies which will be compensated accordingly.)
- $65k a year salary 
- Health Insurance Stipend
- $5,000 Sign-On Bonus 
- Possibility for performance-based year-end bonus 
- 7 days of PTO will be provided after the first 90 days of employment. 
- Holidays will be recognized and taken on rotation with other staff members.

Description of Housing Provided
Private housing in a 2bed/2bath, fully furnished cottage on-site with all utilities & internet included. 1 Dog, 1 Cat or 1 of Each is accepted. 
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Ready to take the next step in your career? Explore job opportunities in the vibrant area around Columbus, North Carolina! Nestled in the stunning foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, this picturesque region offers a delightful blend of small-town charm and natural beauty. With attractions like the Tryon International Equestrian Center, the Green River Gorge, and numerous wineries and breweries, Columbus provides a unique backdrop for professional growth. Enjoy a thriving arts scene with galleries like 33 Main and performances at the Tryon Fine Arts Center. Indulge in local specialties like barbecue and farm-to-table cuisine. Join the spirited community and consider making Columbus your career hub!