Equestrian/Live Stock 5M Equestrian Management San Juan Capistrano, CA Job Details Part-time | Full-time From $20 an hour 8 hours ago Benefits Paid time off Retirement plan Qualifications Outdoor work experience Animal enclosure cleaning Animal grooming Animal feeding Attention to detail Full Job Description Equine Care & Exercise Specialist - 5M Ranch 5M Ranch is seeking a dedicated and experienced Equine Care & Exercise Specialist to join our team. This is a hands-on position for someone who is passionate about horses, takes pride in quality animal care, and is comfortable working outdoors in a busy ranch environment. The ideal candidate will have strong horse-handling skills and experience with daily equine care, grooming, exercise, turnout, and general barn responsibilities. Experience in a Western show barn or performance-horse environment is preferred.

Responsibilities:

Safely handle and care for horses on a daily basis Groom, bathe, saddle, and prepare horses for exercise, training, or shows Lunge horses as directed for exercise, fitness, and behavior Handle daily turnouts and bring horses safely to and from designated areas Assist with exercise riding when appropriate and based on experience Operate and assist with equine rehabilitation equipment Monitor horses during exercise and rehabilitation and report any concerns Feed and water horses and assist with basic health checks Maintain clean, organized, and safe stalls, grooming areas, equipment, and barn areas Safely handle horses with different temperaments and training levels Assist with livestock handling and care as needed Follow all ranch safety procedures and maintain a high standard of animal welfare Work independently while communicating effectively with the ranch management team

Qualifications & Skills:

Previous professional experience working with horses Strong and confident horse-handling skills Experience with grooming, bathing, saddling, lunging, and turnout Ability to safely work around horses in a busy ranch environment Riding experience preferred; ability to exercise horses is a plus Experience with equine rehabilitation equipment is a plus Livestock-handling experience preferred Strong attention to detail and ability to recognize changes in a horse's behavior or condition Reliable, hardworking, and willing to work outdoors in varying weather conditions Ability to perform physically demanding barn and ranch duties Ability to work independently and as part of a team Commitment to safe, humane, and professional animal care About the

Position:

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced horse person who enjoys being hands-on and wants to work closely with horses in a professional ranch environment. The position will involve a combination of horse care, exercise, handling, turnout, grooming, rehabilitation, and general ranch responsibilities. Experience with performance horses, Western disciplines, or a show-barn environment is highly valued.

Pay:

From $20.00 per hour Expected hours: 20.0 - 40.0 per week

Benefits:

Paid time off Retirement plan

Work Location:

In person