Camp Cristina Equestrian Custodian - Stable Hand

Job Details

• Location:
  
  9840 Balm Riverview Road, Riverview, FL 33569, United States
• Base Pay: $14.00 / Hour
• Job Category:
  Equestrian, Part Time
• Employee Type: PT Non Exempt

Email: matt.lewis

Under the direction of the Senior Program Director and Executive Director, provide feeding for the horses and maintain a clean and safe equestrian environment to ensure the comfort and pleasure of YMCA patrons and animals throughout the Equestrian Facility.

• Feed and care for animals on the schedule set by the Program Director in accordance with guidance from the veterinarian.
• Ensure the safety and cleanliness of the equine facility, including removal of animal waste and clearing obstacles that may be harmful to animals or members.
• Communicate with the Property Director regarding potential hazards, concerns, and report incidents that may need follow‑up to the Senior Program Director or Executive.
• Suggest and initiate actions to improve facility appearance and cleanliness.
• Practice appropriate safety recommendations when handling and caring for the animals.
• Perform additional functions or assume additional responsibilities as required.

• Must be 16 years old.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Must be able to work in non‑climate controlled areas, outside in direct and indirect sunlight for extended periods, in muggy, hot and humid conditions.
• Must be comfortable haltering, leading, grooming, picking up, and caring for a herd of horses.
• Must be able to bend, reach, and crawl into various areas to properly care for the animals and the facility.
• Must be comfortable shoveling, pushing wheelbarrows filled with animal waste (manure).
• Must be able to feed animals on their schedule.
• Must work as part of a team and independently, exercising sound judgment and decision‑making.
• Must receive and follow directions.

• Obtain CPR/AED and First Aid certifications within 30 days of employment and keep them current.
• Maintain other required certifications as stated in the training matrix.

• Climb stairs, bend, stoop, kneel, twist, reach with hands, sit, stand for an extended period, climb ladders, walk, shovel, plow, lift up to 50 pounds, perform repetitive motions, talk, hear, and have visual acuity.
• Work both indoors and outdoors, possibly traveling to various locations.
• Be exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time.
• Require vision abilities: close, distance, peripheral, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to work in environments subject to extreme humidity/dampness, heat, and cold.
• Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate or high.
• Must be available for flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

• Free Individual YMCA Membership and discount on family membership.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through Bay Care Behavioral Services (phone and online).
• Start a 403(b) smart savings account on day one of employment (optional).
• Tickets at Work: discounts and special offers for entertainment and travel.
• 20% off program fees (swim lessons, youth sports, summer camp, and more).
• 30% off personal training.

The Tampa Y is an equal opportunity employer and a drug‑free workplace.