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They will perform all duties relating to horse grooming, clipping and trimming, saddlery maintenance, and exercising as well as maintaining a safe and clean stable environment. REQUIREMENTS: Must ...

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Have at least five years experience grooming and caring for horses. * Be able to consistently report to work on time. Reliability and punctuality are nonnegotiable. * Have reliable transportation.

They will perform all duties relating to horse grooming, clipping and trimming, saddlery maintenance, and exercising as well as maintaining a safe and clean stable environment. REQUIREMENTS: Must ...

From feeding and grooming champion horses to working alongside skilled vets and trainers, you'll be part of a tight-knit team doing real, physical work that matters. This is a physically demanding ...

From feeding and grooming champion horses to working alongside skilled vets and trainers, you'll be part of a tight-knit team doing real, physical work that matters. This is a physically demanding ...

From feeding and grooming champion horses to working alongside skilled vets and trainers, you'll be part of a tight-knit team doing real, physical work that matters. This is a physically demanding ...

From feeding and grooming champion horses to working alongside skilled vets and trainers, you'll be part of a tight-knit team doing real, physical work that matters. This is a physically demanding ...

Thoroughbred Horse Groom

Paris, KY · On-site

$16 - $17/hr

From feeding and grooming champion horses to working alongside skilled vets and trainers, you'll be part of a tight-knit team doing real, physical work that matters. This is a physically demanding ...

From feeding and grooming champion horses to working alongside skilled vets and trainers, you'll be part of a tight-knit team doing real, physical work that matters. This is a physically demanding ...

From feeding and grooming champion horses to working alongside skilled vets and trainers, you'll be part of a tight-knit team doing real, physical work that matters. This is a physically demanding ...

From feeding and grooming champion horses to working alongside skilled vets and trainers, you'll be part of a tight-knit team doing real, physical work that matters. This is a physically demanding ...

Thoroughbred Horse Groom

Citra, FL · On-site

$16 - $17/hr

From feeding and grooming champion horses to working alongside skilled vets and trainers, you'll be part of a tight-knit team doing real, physical work that matters. This is a physically demanding ...

Thoroughbred Horse Groom

Citra, FL · On-site

$16 - $17/hr

From feeding and grooming champion horses to working alongside skilled vets and trainers, you'll be part of a tight-knit team doing real, physical work that matters. This is a physically demanding ...

Thoroughbred Horse Groom

Ocala, FL · On-site

$16 - $17/hr

From feeding and grooming champion horses to working alongside skilled vets and trainers, you'll be part of a tight-knit team doing real, physical work that matters. This is a physically demanding ...

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How much do horse grooming jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for horse grooming in the United States is $23.56, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $29.09 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a horse groomer?

A horse grooming job involves caring for horses by brushing, cleaning, and maintaining their coats, hooves, and overall hygiene. Grooms also feed, water, and sometimes exercise the horses to ensure their health and well-being. They may work in stables, equestrian centers, or racing facilities, assisting trainers and riders. Attention to detail and patience are essential skills for this role.

What does a horse groomer do?

A typical day for a Horse Groomer involves early starts to feed, groom, and check the overall health of each horse, ensuring coats, manes, and hooves are clean and well-maintained. Tasks often include mucking out stalls, refilling water supplies, assisting with tack cleaning, and sometimes preparing horses for training, shows, or veterinary visits. Horse Groomers frequently work alongside trainers, veterinarians, and stable staff, requiring effective teamwork and communication. The pace can be physically demanding but offers the reward of working closely with horses and contributing directly to their care and appearance.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a horse groomer?

To thrive as a Horse Groomer, you need hands-on experience handling, bathing, and caring for horses, as well as a basic understanding of equine health and safety practices. Familiarity with grooming tools such as brushes, hoof picks, clippers, and occasional use of record-keeping systems is beneficial, and sometimes equine care certifications are advantageous. Attention to detail, patience, physical stamina, and strong communication skills with both animals and people are crucial soft skills in this role. These abilities ensure the well-being of the horses, contribute to a safe and positive stable environment, and support effective collaboration with horse owners and stable teams.

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Infographic showing various Horse Grooming job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 65% Full Time, 33% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $49,008 per year, or $23.6 per hour.

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RESPONSIBILITIES: The Horse Trainer will have a deep understanding of English riding in all paces, and training techniques, as they work to evaluate the capabilities of the program’s horses. They will retrain or cross-train horses based on the initial assessment. The Horse Trainer is responsible for breaking and training newly purchased or donated horses for successful integration into Culver’s Horsemanship Program. They will perform all duties relating to horse grooming, clipping and trimming, saddlery maintenance, and exercising as well as maintaining a safe and clean stable environment.

REQUIREMENTS: Must possess a High School Diploma or a High School Equivalency and at least four years of horse training experience is required.  Completion of an accredited Equine Study Program with an emphasis on military riding as it pertains to drills, parades, and ceremonial riding events is highly desired. They must have experience of riding over ground poles and fences for training and be competent at lunging and long reining with the use of training aids.  Applicants must also hold a valid driver’s license, and a good driving record. Must be comfortable working around horses, will have the ability to lift 50+ lbs frequently, and is physically capable of extensive bending, stooping, and walking. Must be able to work as part of a team and be willing to work a flexible schedule as weekends and holidays may be required.