Jockey Valet

Found in: Lensa US P 2 C2 - 3 weeks ago

Cleveland, United States JACK Entertainment Full time
Job Responsibilities:

A Valet has the responsibility of assisting Jockeys with the proper maintenance and preparation of their riding equipment. The Valet also assists trainers in applying the proper equipment to the horse pre-race and the removal process post-race.

Specific Duties:

  • Attends to Jockey at racetrack performing variety of services.
  • Assists trainers in saddling horses for each race
  • Assists Jockeys with riding gear.
  • Assists Jockeys in unsaddling horse by removing overgirth and carrying the equipment back to the Jockey's room after each race.
  • Cleans and maintains all equipment in good repair, including clothing used by Jockey
  • Arrange and equip saddles and pads so that the proper weight will be carried in each race
Qualifications:
  • Must be able to obtain a License from the Ohio State Racing Commission
  • Must have basic knowledge of applicable Ohio Revised Code and Administrative Rules outlined in Chapter 3769
  • Must have experience working closely around racehorses
  • Must possess excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Must have strong organizational skills
  • Must be team-oriented
  • Must be able to work successfully with a variety of personality styles
  • Must be able to perform various functions essential to racing operations
Education and Experience:
  • Must have a minimum of 3 years' experience in the racing industry
  • Must be able to obtain an Ohio Racing License.
  • Has either worked in the racing field or graduated from Racing Industry education
  • Experience working in a racing office preferred; Computer experience required.
Required Certification/License:
  • Must be able to obtain an Ohio Racing License.

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