Blacksmith

Available in the paddock during racing hours to perform blacksmith duties that may be required on horses which arrive at the paddock with shoe problems.

• Checks the type of shoes that each horse wears in a turf race to ensure that they conform to the rules.

• Checks for the use of mud caulks on off tracks and sees that information is passed on through proper channels to be related to the public.

• Will abide by all safety requirements as outlined in the Safety Manual or as required by individual departments and or job functions.

• Working conditions include Thoroughbred and Quarter Horses.

• Works outside in all types of weather.

• All other duties as assigned by management.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions short correspondence and memos.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information in one on one and small group situations to customers clients and other employees of the organization.
• Ability to add subtract multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers common fractions and decimals. Ability to compute rate ratio and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written oral or diagram form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Must be able to obtain an Indiana Horse Racing License.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• 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

• Behavior and appearance must be in compliance with established standards.

• Maintains a professional work environment with management and staff.

• Frequent standing walking stooping bending reaching climbing steps and sitting.

• Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds.

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions.

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.