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Part Time Horse Groom Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Job Title Horse Groom Part Time Department Equestrian Center JM Worker Type Regular Pay Type Hourly Hourly Rate 15.6 Work Shift Scheduled Weekly Hours 25 Benefit Eligible Yes Post-Offer, Pre ...

Job Title Horse Groom Part Time Department Equestrian Center JM Worker Type Regular Pay Type Hourly Hourly Rate 15.6 Work Shift Scheduled Weekly Hours 25 Benefit Eligible Yes Post-Offer, Pre ...

Horseback Trail Guide

Sorrento, FL · On-site

$13.50 - $15.50/hr

STATUS & COMPENSATION: Part-Time, $13.50-$15.50 per hour. This position is tip eligible. DUTIES ... Pony another horse on a trail. * Provide handled rides to young participants. * Provide first aid ...

Part Time Horse Groom information

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How much do part time horse groom jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for part time horse groom 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 does a part time horse groom do?

A part time horse groom is responsible for the daily care and maintenance of horses. Typical duties include feeding, watering, mucking out stalls, grooming, checking for injuries, and sometimes exercising horses. Grooms also clean and maintain tack and equipment, and may assist with preparing horses for riding or competitions. The role requires attention to detail, reliability, and a genuine interest in animal welfare.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a part time horse groom, and how do they contribute to the overall care of the horses?

As a Part Time Horse Groom, your daily responsibilities typically include feeding and watering horses, cleaning stalls, grooming and brushing horses, and ensuring their overall well-being. You may also assist with tacking up horses for riding, monitoring their health for signs of illness or injury, and maintaining clean and safe stable areas. Your role is vital to the horses' health and comfort, and you often work closely with trainers, riders, and veterinarians to support the horses’ needs. Effective communication, attention to detail, and a passion for animal care are important for success in this position.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a part time horse groom, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Part Time Horse Groom, you need hands-on experience with horses, a basic understanding of equine care, and physical fitness, often supported by prior work or training in stables. Familiarity with grooming tools, horse tack, and stable management systems is typically required. Dependability, attention to detail, and strong communication skills help build trust with both horses and stable staff. These skills ensure the safety and well-being of the horses and contribute to the smooth operation of the facility.

What is the difference between Part Time Horse Groom vs Part Time Stable Hand?

AspectPart Time Horse GroomPart Time Stable Hand
CredentialsMinimal certifications, experience with horses preferredSimilar, often no formal certification required
Work EnvironmentStables, riding facilities, horse care areasStables, barns, general farm settings
Employer & IndustryEquestrian centers, riding schools, farmsFarms, ranches, equestrian facilities
Job FocusGrooming, cleaning, caring for horsesGeneral stable maintenance, cleaning, assisting with horse care

Both roles involve working with horses in stable environments, but a Part Time Horse Groom typically focuses more on grooming and detailed horse care, while a Part Time Stable Hand handles broader stable maintenance tasks. The skills and work settings overlap significantly, making them closely related roles within the equestrian industry.

What are the most commonly searched types of Horse Groom jobs?

The most popular types of Horse Groom jobs are:

What states have the most Part Time Horse Groom jobs?

States with the most job openings for Part Time Horse Groom jobs include:

Infographic showing various Part Time Horse Groom job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $49,008 per year, or $23.6 per hour.

Horse Groom Part Time

Miami University

New Llano, LA • On-site

Part-time

Re-posted 5 days ago


Job description

Job Title

Horse Groom Part Time

Department

Equestrian Center JM

Worker Type

RegularPay TypeHourly

Hourly Rate

15.6

Work Shift

Scheduled Weekly Hours

25

Benefit Eligible

Yes

Post-Offer, Pre-Employment Physical Required?

No

Job Description Summary

Performs a variety of tasks to assist in the maintenance of the Miami University Equestrian Center and the horses boarded there

Job Description

Essential Duties

  • Daily cleaning of stalls, and periodic stripping/rebedding of stalls, as well as feeding and watering of horses in the barns and fields.
  • Sweeping, dusting, cleaning of all areas, including public areas, tack rooms, offices, restroom.
  • Grooming of horses, including daily routine grooming and more specialized show grooming.
  • Perform daily physical and psychological inspection of all horses, reporting abnormal physical appearance or unusual behavior to the manager.
  • Perform first aid and health maintenance duties on horses, such as daily leg maintenance duties involving rubbing and bandaging tendons and hoof inspection.
  • Perform duties involving feed additives/supplements and medicated feed supplements.
  • Perform duties that may require knowledge of and experience with different types of farm machinery.
  • Perform duties which may involve interaction with college students, parents, alumni, and prospective students, requiring a degree of communication skills and professional decorum.

Minimum Qualifications

Prior experience in horse care and barn and farm machinery. Requires driver's license.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Knowledge of procedures of horse training and shows
  • Knowledge of and experience with farm machinery
  • Knowledge of equipment and procedures used in conditioning arena footing surfaces and courses of jumps for training

Additional Position Information (if applicable)

Special Instructions (if applicable)

None

Additional Information

A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free campuses.

This organization participates in E-Verify.

Remote Work
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