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JC Resorts

Cart Barn Assistant

San Marcos, CA · On-site

$16.90 - $19.75/hr

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JC Resorts

Cart Barn Assistant

Carlsbad, CA · On-site

$16.90 - $18/hr

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JC Resorts

Cart Barn Assistant

Chino Hills, CA · On-site

$16.90 - $19.75/hr

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Oaks North Golf Course

Cart Barn Assistant

San Diego, CA · On-site

$16.90 - $19.75/hr

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JC Resorts

Cart Barn Assistant

San Diego, CA · On-site

$16.90 - $19.75/hr

To further explore the Golf Cart Barn Assistant opportunity, click here to view the in detail. If you have a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act or a similar law and you wish to ...

JC Resorts

Cart Barn Assistant

Carlsbad, CA · On-site

$16.90 - $18/hr

To further explore the Golf Cart Barn Assistant opportunity, click here to view the in detail. If you have a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act or a similar law and you wish to ...

JC Resorts

Cart Barn Assistant

San Diego, CA · On-site

$16.90 - $19.75/hr

To further explore the Golf Cart Barn Assistant opportunity, click here to view the in detail. If you have a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act or a similar law and you wish to ...

JC Resorts

Cart Barn Assistant

Chino Hills, CA

$16.90 - $19.75/hr

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Twin Oaks Golf Course

Cart Barn Assistant

San Marcos, CA · On-site

$16.90 - $19.75/hr

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JC Resorts

Cart Barn Assistant

Encinitas, CA · On-site

$16.90 - $18/hr

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JC Resorts

Cart Barn Assistant

San Marcos, CA · On-site

$16.90 - $19.75/hr

To further explore the Golf Cart Barn Assistant opportunity, click here to view the in detail. If you have a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act or a similar law and you wish to ...

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How much do barn assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for barn assistant in the United States is $14.66, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $11.06 and $16.59 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a barn assistant?

Barn assistants are individuals who help with the daily care and maintenance of animals and facilities in a barn setting. Their duties typically include cleaning stalls, feeding and watering animals, assisting with grooming, and monitoring animal health. They may also help with basic repairs, moving supplies, and ensuring the barn environment remains safe and organized. Barn assistants often work under the supervision of barn managers or owners and play a vital role in the wellbeing of the animals.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a barn assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Barn Assistant, you need a basic knowledge of animal care, barn maintenance, and safe handling techniques, often supported by experience working with livestock or horses. Familiarity with tools such as pitchforks, wheelbarrows, and sometimes basic farm machinery is typically required. Reliability, attention to detail, and good communication skills help ensure animal welfare and smooth barn operations. These abilities ensure the health and safety of the animals and maintain a well-functioning, clean barn environment.

What are some common challenges barn assistants face during their daily routine?

Barn Assistants often encounter challenges such as managing unpredictable animal behavior, maintaining cleanliness in all weather conditions, and adhering to strict feeding and care schedules. The work can be physically demanding, requiring lifting, walking long distances, and working early mornings or weekends. Staying organized and communicating effectively with the rest of the barn team are essential for ensuring the well-being of the animals and the smooth operation of the facility.

What is the difference between Barn Assistant vs Horse Groom?

AspectBarn AssistantHorse Groom
CertificationsNone required, but equine care knowledge helpfulNone required, but experience with horses preferred
Work EnvironmentStables, farms, equestrian centersStables, riding schools, farms
Job DutiesCleaning stalls, feeding, general maintenanceGrooming, bathing, feeding, exercising horses

Both roles involve working with horses in stable environments, but a Barn Assistant typically handles general stable maintenance and chores, while a Horse Groom focuses more on grooming, caring for, and exercising horses. The roles often overlap, but the Groom role emphasizes direct horse care and grooming tasks.

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Infographic showing various Barn Assistant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $30,486 per year, or $14.7 per hour.

Receiving Barn Assistant - Seasonal

Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort

Hot Springs, AR • On-site

$13.25 - $16.25/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 12 days ago

Job description

Thank you for your interest in becoming part of the Oaklawn Team. We have an extraordinary legacy. We are a family with strong core values, providing a new level of excitement for our guests and Team Members as we aspire to be Arkansas' Employer of Choice.
We are currently seeking a talented individual to become a Receiving Barn Assistant. An individual could be successful if they possess the following.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Receiving Barn Assistant is responsible for overseeing all horses to the receiving barn and coordinate the arrival and departure time with trainers.
  • Make sure stalls are clean and properly bedded
  • Assign stalls to trainers arriving that day
  • Assign racing slips
  • Get stakes stalls prepped for horses arriving in other barns
  • Ability to work required overtime
  • Regular punctual attendance
  • Must be able to read, write legibly, understand and speak English
  • Ability to work at a fast pace in often crowded/noisy environment
  • Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
  • Ability to work weekends, evenings and holidays
  • Ability to stand for periods of time and work in inclement weather when necessary
  • Punctual attendance required
  • Ability to work required overtime.
  • Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be at least 21 years of age.
  • Must be 21 years of age
  • High School Diploma or equivalent required

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This job does not have supervisory responsibilities.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read and interpret documents in English, such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to read and communicate verbally in English. Written communication skills in in English may also be required.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Employee must be able to qualify for licenses and permits required by federal, state and local regulations.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job the employee must be able to stand and walk for the majority of the shift. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and peripheral vision.
The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and must have the ability to stand, climb, push, pull, reach, bend, twist, stoop, stack, crouch, kneel and balance when performing job duties in varying work areas such as confined spaces.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Employee could be exposed to an environment containing unrestricted second-hand tobacco smoke.
OAKLAWN IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
It is Oaklawn's intent to provide a drug-free, healthy, safe and secure environment for our Team Members. All applicants must complete a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

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