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Pennsylvania State University

Part-Time Technical Service Barn Worker-Franklin County

Pennsylvania State University, Phila, Pennsylvania, United States

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Job Description and Position Requirements Now Hiring: Barn Worker — Franklin County 4-H Therapeutic Riding Center (Chambersburg, PA). The Franklin County 4-H Therapeutic Riding Center is seeking a dedicated and reliable Barn Worker to assist with the daily care of our horses and facilities. This role includes feeding, grooming, cleaning stalls, and maintaining a clean, safe environment for our therapeutic riding programs. If you enjoy working with animals and want to support a mission that serves individuals with disabilities, we’d love to hear from you!

Job Responsibilities

Turnout/bring in horses

Blanket horses as necessary

Feed horses hay and grain as instructed by Stable Manager

Clean stalls; clean and fill waterers/troughs; sweep barn aisle

Give medications and first aid to horses when needed

Some weekend and holiday hours required

Considering prior experience and proven skill level, assist with exercising and evaluating horses on horseback

All other duties as assigned by the stable manager

Must be able to carry equipment and supplies, with or without accommodation.

Schedule 10-12 hours/week, Some weekend and holiday hours required.

Compensation The starting rate for this job is $10.00/hour.

Background Checks/Clearances This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check. This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.

EEO Statement Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473. The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission.

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