Stablehand-part time

The Department of Athletics, Fitness and Recreation at Skidmore College invites applications for a part time Stable Hand available in the College's Riding Program. Schedule is 30 hours per week, including weekends (7:00 AM - 3:30 PM on Saturdays and Sundays AND 7:00 AM - noon on 3 week days...days TBD). Duties include cleaning stalls, feeding, watering horses, general barn maintenance, and related assignments. Occasional overtime hours due to absences and special weekend activities.

SUMMARY

Assist in the feeding and maintenance of horses and property and perform other duties as described below.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES includes the following. Other duties may be assigned within classification.

1. Feed horses the prescribed grain and hay. This feed schedule will be in written form and is subject to change according to a horse's individual needs
2. Daily cleaning of automatic water bowls
3. Maintain stalls with daily cleaning, manure removal and replacement of bedding
4. Organization of storage areas.
5. Repair stall floors when needed
6. Feed and water horses as required by staff
7. Clean arena which includes, but not limited to, such things as dragging, sweeping walls, cleaning mirrors, moving jumps and other related equipment
8. Generally clean stable area such as floors, office, restrooms and aisles
9. Drive tractor and use attachments as necessary for task
10. Make repairs to stalls or fences in an emergency which result from damage done by horses
11. Remove snow and ice from doorways to the extent that doors open and close properly. Utilize ice melt as necessary
12. Perform general groundskeeper duties as assigned and required
13. In special circumstances aid in the turnout or handling of horses as directed by supervisor
14. Have general knowledge and/or learn horse behavior and ailments. Report any suspicious or abnormal behavior to Director or Barn Manager
15. Maintain an interest in learning new ideas and incorporate new procedures when required
16. Ability to speak and listen effectively and respectfully with supervisors, customers, and employees of the College
17. Maintain an appropriate image and dress
18. Establish and maintain a high level of customer service

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

High School diploma or general education degree (GED) and one year previous related work experience

Hourly Rate: $16.02 per hour per the contract which is 90% of the prevailing wage for someone new or the rate will be the full $17.80 if current regular union member eligible for 100% rate.

Required documents needed to apply:

• On-line application
• Cover Letter
• Resume
• List of Three References

In order to prevent or significantly reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission at Skidmore College and protect all members of the College community from infection, successful candidates will be required to submit proof of full vaccination as a condition of employment, unless exempted as a reasonable accommodation of a medical condition or sincerely religious belief or practice.

EEO STATEMENT

Skidmore College is committed to being an inclusive campus community and, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, domestic violence victim status, familial status, dating violence, or stalking, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

Employment at Skidmore College is contingent upon an acceptable background check result.

CREATIVE THOUGHT MATTERS.