About this position
Job Description
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced and dependable Barn Worker to support a private boarding stable and its 50-plus horse population. Reporting to the Barn Manager, this role works through team-based daily assignments, with a supervised training period followed by independent work. The position typically includes morning and afternoon shifts of approximately three hours, with weekday and weekend availability. Expanded farm maintenance responsibilities may be available based on experience.
Responsibilities
- Turn horses in and out safely and efficiently.
- Feed horses exactly as detailed on the feed board.
- Apply fly masks, blankets, muzzles, boots, and other horse equipment as needed.
- Clean feed buckets and perform general barn cleaning.
- Maintain stable safety for staff, boarders, and horses.
- Follow daily team assignments and instructions precisely.
- Perform expanded farm maintenance duties based on experience, including fence repair, weed-eating, and mowing.
Required Qualifications
- At least five years of horse-care experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with horse feeding and turnout procedures.
- Proficiency in blanketing and applying horse equipment.
- Experience with barn cleaning and bucket cleaning.
- Strong understanding of stable safety.
- Ability to follow instructions exactly.
- Reliability, responsibility, strong communication, and the ability to learn quickly.
Woodvale Farms is a professionally managed farm on 150 acres. Our focus is on outstanding horse care, Boarder community-building, and environmental stewardship.
Company Description
Woodvale Farms is a professionally managed farm on 150 acres. Our focus is on outstanding horse care, Boarder community-building, and environmental stewardship.
Location and commute
1301 W 7th St, Frederick, MD 21702.
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How to apply
Review the vacancy and complete the application on the employer or recruitment partner’s website. Requisition ID: WJ-3221368995.