Dressage Groom

Dressage Groom / Barn Professional: We are looking for a skilled, dependable Dressage Groom / Barn Professional to join our team. This is a hands-on role in a fast-paced, professional barn, best suited for someone with solid experience in competitive dressage environments and a true commitment to top-level horse care. About the Role: This position involves both daily Horse work and competition support, with a strong focus on maintaining high standards of care for performance horses. It is full time, will include travel to horse shows and possible nights and weekends. We are a motivated, hard -working team but also enjoy a fun and supportive team atmosphere. Applicants must be willing to adjust to our safe and structured handling of the horses and consistent groundwork. Responsibilities: • Full grooming support at shows (tacking, untacking, bandaging, braiding, lunging, etc) • Assist with warm-up, cool-down, and post-ride care • Prepare horses for daily rides and maintain consistent care routines • Hand-walking, grazing, and general horse management • Support basic pre and post stretching, recovery, and conditioning programs • Assist with trailering and travel care (Travel is a requirement) • Work closely with riders, trainers, and team members • Night-checks will be required. Qualifications •** 5 years of grooming experience at recognized DRESSAGE horse shows REQUIRED. Must be able to braid, lunge and have strong handling skills. ** • Experience working for show barns with multiple horses in training • Confident handling fit, competition-level horses • Strong knowledge of dressage turnout and care standards • Reliable, detail-oriented, and comfortable with long, physical days

What we are looking for: Solid Dressage/Show Barn Experience is required. Must be experienced grooming for a show barn. Braiding experience preferred. A strong desire to learn, improve and grow as a horse person. Willingness and commitment to put best foot forward all the time. Ability to travel for competitions, to include overnights and weekends. Strong horsemanship and attention to detail. Positive attitude, reliability, and true team spirit. Someone who enjoys working hard while contributing to a fun, uplifting environment. Must be able to provide 3 professional references. Note: This is not an entry-level position. References and prior experience are required. PTO and 401k are available. There is potential for onsite housing or boarding if it is the right fit. Salary commensurate with experience.
We’re a friendly but professional barn that takes pride in our work and care for our horses. We’re looking for someone who shares the same passion, energy and enthusiasm in helping us reach our goals. As well as: • Understands the pace of a competitive program • Has real, hands-on experience (not recreational) with references • Is a team player with a positive attitude and lots of energy, likes to hustle! • Takes initiative and communicates well with the team

Potential for live in and POSSIBLE Boarding for the right person.

Benefits to include PTO, 401K Potential for live in and possible Boarding for the right person. Pay commensurate with experience.