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What they do
An Animal Trainer trains animals to become familiar with human voices and contact, and to respond to commands. Trains dogs to assist people with disabilities. May train animals for a health, competition, or show. May train other animals such as horses, dolphins, and apes.
$34,370 / year median in Louisiana
+6% projected growth
Job Description
Company DescriptionBoyd Gaming Corporation has been successful in gaming jurisdiction in which we operate in the United States and is one of the premier casino entertainment companies in the United States. Never content to rest upon our successes, we will continue to evolve and retain a position of leadership in our industry. Our past success, our current business philosophies and our sound business planning, combine to position Boyd Gaming Corporation to maximize value for our shareholders, our team members and our communities.
Job DescriptionResponsible for loading horses into the starting gates prior to races. Assist with scheduling and supervising the schooling of horses.
- Load horses into the starting gates.
- Assist with scheduling & supervising of schooling of horses.
- Assist with listing of horses that are unruly in the starting gates; help to ensure they are schooled before they race again. Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Prior experience in a similar position preferred.
- Must be a skilled horse handler.
- Must be able to work with horsemen and give directions.
- Must have excellent communication skills.
- Must be physically agile and able to stand and walk, climb, reach, lift, bend, and work outside in various weather conditions.
- Must be able to obtain/maintain any necessary licenses and/or certifications.
Additional InformationBoyd Gaming is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.
Boyd Gaming is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.