Responsibilities:
-· To provide treatment to the horse herd when needed
· Ensures that the buildings and Property are clean, and free of any threats of harm
· Ensure compliance with all barn safety rules, polices and procedures
· Communicates property and herd issue to the Executive Director in a timely manner
· Participates in Staff Meetings
· Prepares and submits purchase orders and quotes to the Executive Director for approval
· Assists with the setting up and dismantle of all special events
· Ensures that the stalls are cleaned daily after use.
· Ensures that all tack and program equipment is in good repair
· Provides basic medical treatment to the herd under the direction of the Equine Manager
· Regularly checks paddocks, fence line for needed repair.
· Upholds organizational standards in a congenial respective manner.
· Participates in awareness activities to promote the programs at Hope Haven
· Ensures that all incidents are reported and protocol is followed
· Ensure all fire extinguishers are inspected monthly
Experience:
- Previous experience in a similar role as a Barn Manager or Assistant Barn Manager preferred
- Knowledge of farm machinery operation and maintenance
- Ability to perform heavy lifting and physical labor as required
- Mechanical knowledge for troubleshooting equipment issues is a plus
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Barn Manager to join our team. We offer competitive compensation based on experience.
Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $18.00-$20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 35 per week
Ability to Commute:
- Markdale, ON N0C 1H0 (required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Markdale, ON N0C 1H0: Relocate before starting work (preferred)
Work Location: In person