What are the responsibilities and job description for the Horse Caretaker position at Double C Ranch LLC?
Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Caretaker to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the overall maintenance and care of our facilities, including the barn, riding arena and feed room. This role requires a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team. The Caretaker will play a vital role in ensuring the health and well-being of our horses while maintaining facilities to a high standard.
Duties
- Feed and water horses
- Clean stalls, paddocks, and water troughs
- Turnout and bring in horses
- Groom and tack horses
- Maintain barn and tack room cleanliness
- Occasionally assist with lessons, camps, or retail store (if interested)
- Retail store, office, & after-school program support (no horse experience required!) For after-school program: Must pass background check & obtain SafeSport certification (provided & required for student interactions).
Experience
- Horse experience required for horse-related work (handling, grooming, leading, and basic care).
- Comfortable and confident around horses of all temperaments
- Reliable transportation (no public transport access)
- Physically fit (able to lift 50 lbs)
- Comfortable working in all weather conditions
- Dependable and punctual
If you are passionate about caring for animals while maintaining facilities, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour
Expected hours: 10 – 25 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Professional development assistance
Schedule:
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
Ability to Commute:
- Charlottesville, VA 22901 (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Charlottesville, VA 22901: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $18