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Oakland County, MI

Mounted Deputy-HRL

Pontiac, MI · On-site

Own a horse and own or have access to a horse trailer and tow vehicle. Pass the complete examination, including the employment physical required for this classification. Patrols County parks riding a ...

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Mounted Deputy-HRL

Pontiac, MI · On-site

Own a horse and own or have access to a horse trailer and tow vehicle. Pass the complete examination, including the employment physical required for this classification. Patrols County parks riding a ...

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Professional Travel Groom

La Grange, KY

Drive trucks and horse trailers confidently and responsibly. * Assist with competition-day preparation and post-competition care. * Monitor horses closely and communicate any concerns regarding ...

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As of Sep 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for horse trailer in the United States is $24.31, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.71 and $27.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a horse trailer?

A Horse Trailer job typically refers to transporting horses safely from one location to another. This role may involve driving specialized horse trailers, ensuring proper loading and unloading of horses, and maintaining the trailer for safe travel. Some jobs also include caring for horses during transit and ensuring they are comfortable. Experience with horse handling and a valid driver's license suited for towing are often required.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the horse trailer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Horse Trailer (Driver/Transporter), you need a valid commercial driver's license (CDL), experience handling horses, and a deep understanding of safe animal transport protocols. Knowledge of horse trailer maintenance, GPS navigation systems, and applicable livestock transportation regulations is essential. Excellent communication, patience, and problem-solving abilities help manage unexpected situations and ease the animals' stress during travel. These skills ensure the safe, humane, and efficient transportation of horses, which is critical for both animal welfare and client satisfaction.

What are some typical challenges faced when transporting horses professionally?

Horse Trailers often encounter challenges such as managing nervous or uncooperative animals, adapting to varying road and weather conditions, and ensuring strict adherence to transport regulations. Keeping horses calm and safe during long journeys requires close attention and sometimes creative problem-solving, especially when dealing with unfamiliar animals or unpredictable situations. Additionally, you may need to coordinate schedules with horse owners, event organizers, and veterinarians to ensure timely arrivals. Successful professionals develop strong animal handling skills and build resilience to effectively address these challenges, making every trip as smooth as possible.

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Infographic showing various Horse Trailer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 27% Full Time, and 73% Part Time. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $50,561 per year, or $24.3 per hour.

Trainer/Caretaker - Private 3 Horse Ranch

EquiStaff

Santa Fe, NM • On-site

$65/hr

Full-time

Medical, PTO

Posted 15 days ago

Job description

About the Facility 
Situated on ~300 acres outside of the center of Santa Fe, NM, this beautiful private ranch is complete with a 10 stall barn, outdoor riding arena, and 8 miles worth of private trails for the resident horses and their humans to enjoy! Providing a forever home for the family's 3 horses, this ranch will soon grow to include cattle grazing on the pasture land and a small armada of donkeys to protect them. Located less than 20min from the heart of Santa Fe, this property provides a unique blend of tranquil ranch living but convenient access to civilization!

Job Description 
We are looking for a compassionate, experienced equestrian to join this facility as the Trainer/Caretaker of the owner's 3 forever horses and companion donkeys. Aged in their early teens, the horses here have been trained up under Parelli principals, and do not have any competition goals or rigorous demands. This person will be responsible for exercising the horses on a daily basis in the arenas and on the trails, along with maintaining the highest standards of care alongside the rest of the 4 person team. With a typical work schedule running 7:30am-4:00pm just 4 days per week including weekends, there are generally at least 2 individuals working in the barn at all times. The ideal individual will have an easygoing personality but be accustomed to providing meticulous care for the horses at all times. This person must be well experienced in western riding principals, and have a gentle, horses-first mentality. 
There is a team of maintenance professionals who handle all facility upkeep, fence fixing, etc - and the cattle are not the responsibility of this individual beyond basic oversight in the event of an emergency. This is truly a position centered around providing the best possible care for the 3 horses on-site for the duration of their lifetimes!

This is NOT a leadership position. There will be no training or management of additional staff, and applicants MUST be willing to observe and adhere to the existing structures and quiet nature of the team here.

Job Duties
- Feed horses - 2x/day for gain and 4x/day for hay
- Bring horses and donkeys to/from turnout
- Stall Cleaning Daily
- Check horses' feet before and after turnout and working
- Groom and provide care for horses, including daily Theraplate use
- Exercise horses both in the arena and on the trails on schedule in collaboration with the Barn Manager and Owner ~1hr per ride, 2 horses per day
- Monitor for any signs of illness, injury, or various other equine ailments - and treat accordingly
*Ability to perform night check duties for additional income is possible!

Job Requirements 
- Minimum 5 years professional working experience in an established equestrian program
- Minimum 8 years riding experience ideally focused in the Western industry 
        *Familiarity with Parelli training methods is preferred but not required
- Must be comfortable signing a 1 year commitment in this role
- Must be capable of driving a 3 horse gooseneck trailer in event of emergency
- Must be willing to follow detailed care instructions and uphold owner's standards of horsecare at all times
- Must be willing to work weekends
- Must be able to bandage and provide basic first aide for horses
- Easygoing, collaborative teamwork attitude
- Willing to do all aspects of horse care 
- Possess a strong attention to detail and high care standards for horses
*Bonus if familiar with rehab modalities - i.e. massage, laser, PEMF, theraplate, etc
*Bonus is comfortable and able to give IV/IM injections

Benefits
- $65/hr with an average 35hour work week for an expected base comp totaling around $115,000
- 50% employer paid health insurance
- Relocation Stipend Available
- 4 day work week 
- PTO structure
- 1hr paid lunch daily
- Ability to make additional income with night check responsibilities

Housing
Applicants must be willing to source their own housing within 45min of the ranch which is located less than 30min South of Santa Fe

Education:Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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