horse groom/stable attendant

As a Horse Groom/Stable Attendant, the worker will be responsible for and assist with the daily care of horses/preparation of horses for training. Feed/water horse, clean tack, bathe, brush, and clip horse, apply horse boots and prepare horse to be saddled for training. Clean horse's feet, apply/remove leg wraps/ boots and saddle for training. Bathe/cool down horse after training and exercise. Assist veterinarian while performing physical examinations by keeping the horse calm and under control. Assist farriers as they inspect, remove, apply, adjust, and work with horse's hooves and shoes by keeping the horse calm and under control. Clean/re-bed stalls. Hose down horse with cold/warm water. Wrap horse in brace or poultice bandages as necessary. Exercise/ride horses and assist trainer in preparing horses for daily training.