Ranch Hand - Groom

Knowledge and Skills

i. Knowledge of basic ranch maintenance;

ii. Knowledge of equine care;

iii. Commitment to teamwork;

iv. Responsible and self-starter;

v. Demonstrates effective communication with Ranch Owners and other members of Ranch team;

vi. Exemplifies excellent customer service.

Responsibilities:
- Cleaning stalls and mare motels daily and cleaning turnout paddocks at least weekly

 Providing hay, feed, supplements, and fresh water according to each horse’s schedule

o Clearing ice from water in winter

 Grooming horses daily

o Removing botfly eggs as needed

o Applying fly repellant as needed

o Putting on horse blankets as needed

 Turning horses into pasture or turnout paddocks daily as weather permits

 Maintaining barn area – sweeping, washing, and general cleaning as needed

 Cleaning of buckets and tubs used for feeding and watering daily

 Cleaning all horse tack and equipment as needed

 Under direction of Ranch Owner on Duty or Horse Owner, administer medications and appropriate wound care/bandaging

 Under direction of Ranch Owner on Duty or Horse Owner, first aid delivery to horse(s)

o Contacts veterinarian in an emergency situation if unable to reach Ranch Owner on Duty and/or Horse Owner

 Handling horse(s) for veterinarian, farrier, Ranch Owners, or Horse Owners during medical or other treatment

 Loading and unloading horses from trailer as needed

 Completing documentation daily tasks via provided documentation tools

 Completing bi-weekly timekeeping

 Following all Ranch barn rules

 Maintaining open and effective communication with Ranch Owners and other members of the Ranch team

 Coordinating each horse’s feeding and turnout plan with Ranch Owner on duty

 Coordinating with Ranch Owner on duty on supplies and equipment needs

Skills:
- Experience in equine care and handling is preferred.
- Familiarity with farm operations and animal care practices.
- Knowledge of power tools and hand tools for maintenance tasks.
- Basic math skills for measuring feed quantities and other calculations.

This is a physically demanding role that requires working outdoors in various weather conditions. The ideal candidate will be reliable, self-motivated, and have a strong work ethic. Prior experience working on a ranch or farm is preferred.

Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and additional duties may be assigned as needed.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $12.50 per hour

Expected hours: 30 per week

Schedule:

• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Norman, OK 73072: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person