What are the responsibilities and job description for the ASSISTANT CLOCKER position at Louisiana Downs Casino and Racetrack?
Job Responsibilities :
Assistant Clocker is responsible for taking official timings of the distances worked by horses during morning training sessions. The timings can be used by the Stewards or Veterinarians if the horse needs to have an official published workout prior to racing. The timings can also be used as a tool in handicapping the races.
Specific Duties :
- Maintain contact with EMTs, Outrider(s), and Track Crew personnel
- Alert track personnel of loose horse(s) or accidents
- Take phone calls from trainers
- Positively identify horses to be timed
- Operate several stopwatches simultaneously
- Record and document official workout information
- Input official workout information into national database
- Share pertinent information with Stewards and Veterinarians
Requirements
Confidentiality Requirements :
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities :
Education and Experience :
