Horse Caretaker

Horse Caretaker wanted for 4-5 weekday mornings and a couple evenings, plus some extra - for others' days off, fill-in, and holidays, etc.

Shift length can vary according to what is happening as each day be different, but shortest would be approx. 2 hours and longest would be 6-7, with most days 3-4. Horse experoince required! Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

feeding

prepping grain

hay (able to drive bobcat to put out round bales is a plus)

watering

cleaning stalls (most days it is only 2 stalls /day,but could be up to 7 - rarely)

barn cleaning and maintenance

grooming

moving horses

yard maintenace

etc.

Must have horse handling experience, no riding skills required, but if have dressage experience or young horse experience a plus

We are a nom-smoking farm - no smoking on premises

Must be able to lift 50 lbs.

Must have current valid drivers license

Prefer someone within 20 min drive - we are approx. 10 min SW of Chaska

Must be reliable even in bad weather

Pay dependent on experience

Please have references available when inquiring about position