Equine Science Jobs in Ohio (NOW HIRING)

Location : 1 S Grove St, Westerville, OH
Job Type: Temporary
Job Number: 00503
Division: Academic Affairs
Department: Equine Science
Opening Date: 07/01/2026
DESCRIPTION
Otterbein University is in search of a Temporary Equine Center Facility/Grounds Assistant. This is a non-exempt position, employable for May 1, 2026 through October 1, 2026. The shift for this position occurs from 8am - 1pm, Monday through Friday.
RESPONSIBILITIES

• Keep facility neat and clean at all times
• Maintains facility equipment and vehicles, keeps service records, performs or schedules preventative maintenance
• Maintains records and charts
• Uses tractor with attachments to perform various field, arena and grounds maintenance
• Perform landscaping duties such as weed removal, planting, mowing, shoveling walks and driveways, and some light carpentry and facility repairs
• Other duties may be assigned

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with training. 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
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: High school diploma
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Ohio Driver's license; ability to get and maintain Decision Driving Certificate through Otterbein
LANGUAGE SKILLS: Must demonstrate competency in,, ability to read and understand Instruction Manuals
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Must be competent in general math., in order to do gas mix ratios.
REASONING ABILITY: Must possess excellent attention to details; must be a team player and interact collegially with co-workers and other constituencies.
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.
Must be able to spend prolonged periods of time working in a dusty environment; able to reach, lift to 80 pounds; must be able to hear and make self heard by co-workers and other constituencies; must be able to see to process work that the position is responsible for completing; must be able to work under deadlines and with constant interruptions.
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.
This position is at an Equine Facility. Employees must work in all temperatures and weather conditions. The environment is very dusty. Going off premises for breaks is difficult due to time and distance constraints. A heated break room and lavatory are provided
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind of level of difficulty.
Otterbein University's achievement of academic excellence depends on its commitment to inclusion and belonging. We welcome applications fromall qualified candidates. Otterbein University is an EEO Employer.
To help attract a talented team, Otterbein offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees.
Benefits for employees working 20 hours or more per week include:

• Accrue up to 4 weeks of prorated paid vacation, depending on the hours worked
• 12 paid holiday's plus bonus days if holiday falls on a day normally worked

Benefits for employees working 30 hours or more per week include those listed above as well as

• Tuition benefit for employee and their dependents
• Medical, dental, vision insurance for the employee, their dependents or domestic partner
• Life insurance
• Disability

ABOUT OTTERBEIN UNIVERSITY:
ABOUT OTTERBEIN EQUINE SCIENCE:
ABOUT OTTERBEIN CAREERS and BENEFITS:
01
How many years of equine/horse handling experience do you have?

• No experience
• Less than 2 years
• 2 to 5 years
• 5 or more years

02
Do you have a valid Ohio Driver's License?

• Yes
• No

Required Question