Horse Identifier

General Definition:

• Responsible for identifying each horse by means of a tattoo to confirm identity prior to racing.

Essential Job Functions:

• Ensure the safekeeping of registration certificates for horses stabled or racing on grounds.
• Inspect documents of, or breeding necessary to ensure the proper identification of each horse scheduled to compete at a race meet.
• Examine every starter in the paddock for sex, color, markings, and lip tattoo, or other identification method approved by the appropriate breed registry and the commission for comparison with its registration certificate to verify the horse's identity.
• Supervise the tattooing, branding, or other method of identification approved by the appropriate breed registry and the IHRC for identification of an horse located on the grounds.
• Report to the stewards any horse not properly identified in conformity with TXRC rules.
• All other duties as assigned by management.

Education:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and 1 years related experience and/or training; or combination.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must be knowledgeable of the Rules of Racing.
• Responsible for fostering a fun environment.
• Responsible for being gracious to all guests and co-workers.
• Responsible for promoting a positive influence in the community and participating in company-sponsored events.
• Enthusiastically supports, actively promotes and demonstrates superior customer service in accordance with department and company standards and programs.
• Ensures that behavior and appearance are in compliance with established standards.
• Maintains a professional work environment with management and staff
• Able to work at a fast pace in often crowded/noisy environment
• Excellent customer service/communication skills
• Must meet professional appearance standards as prescribed by company policy.
• Ability to read and interpret documents in English, such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Ability to read and communicate verbally in English.
• Written communication skills in English may also be required.

Training:

• 1 year work related experience and/or training; or combination.

Licenses/Certifications/Other:

• Must be able to pass a background check and receive a license or permit from any Regulatory Agency, if applicable to perform the essential job functions
• Texas Racing Commission License (TXRC)

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Strength:
  • Medium to Heavy workload
  • Stand, sit and walk consistently
  • Will be required to lift up to or over 20lbs or exert occasionally over 100lbs
• Movement:
  • Will consistently be required to touch, feel, stoop, bend, kneel, climb, reach
  • Will use office equipment
  • Driving motor vehicles as needed
• Auditory:
  • Frequently speak and articulate
  • Noise levels will be varied from moderate to heavy machinery
• Environmental:
  • Exposure to weather and extreme elements
  • Minimal exposure in close proximity to horses