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Temporary Horse Breaking Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Welder And Fabricator

Indianapolis, IN

$23/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Place weldments on horses for welding, ensuring proper support and positioning. * Clamp pieces ... If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: * Medical ...

Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

Mendham, NJ · On-site

$1.6K - $2.1K/wk

  • Medical

  • Retirement

Meal break: 30 minutes Apply now and we'll connect you with a recruiter who'll reach out with more ... Choose from a variety of career options including direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts ...

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How much do temporary horse breaking jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for temporary horse breaking in the United States is $17.52, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Temporary Horse Breaking vs Farrier?

AspectTemporary Horse BreakingFarrier
CredentialsExperience in training horses, basic riding skillsCertification in farriery, hoof care training
Work EnvironmentStables, training facilities, outdoor arenasEquine clinics, barns, outdoor settings
Industry UsageHorse training, riding schools, equestrian centersHorse hoof care, shoeing, hoof health

Temporary Horse Breaking involves training horses to accept riding and handling, focusing on behavioral and riding skills. Farriers specialize in hoof care, shoeing, and maintaining horse hoof health. While both roles work with horses, they require different skills and certifications. Temporary Horse Breaking is more about training and behavior, whereas Farrier work centers on hoof maintenance and shoeing.

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Infographic showing various Temporary Horse Breaking job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 38% Full Time, 61% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 49% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 50% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $36,442 per year, or $17.5 per hour.

TES - Equestrian Assistant

Auburn University

Auburn University, AL • On-site

$8/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 20 days ago


Auburn University rating

6.2

Company rating: 6.2 out of 10

Based on 44 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

545th of 619 rated colleges and universities


Job description

Overview
Unique opportunity to assist with the maintenance and daily care of Equestrian Center Horses with Auburn University Athletics!
Temporary Employment Services (TES), a unit of the Auburn University Department of Human Resources, is an in-house support center established to meet the temporary employment needs of the university. TES provides qualified and dedicated temporary employees in a wide variety of occupations to meet the staffing needs throughout the campus. Temporary employees are hired for a variety of reasons with the most common being:
    • Assistance in the place of a regular employee who is absent for a specified period of time
    • Additional assistance during periods of abnormal or peak workloads
    • Assistance with special projects
    • Seasonal work
    • Emergencies

If you are looking for an employment opportunity, TES is a great way to showcase your professional skills and assist Auburn University while gaining valuable work experience within higher education.
AU student employees are not eligible for TES.For information and updates regarding this position, please contact Katie Renfroe at kjr0007@auburn.edu.
Responsibilities
  • Provide high quality daily care of the horses at the Equestrian Center
  • Clean stalls, feed, water, turnouts and blanketing of horses
  • Administer medications and perform medical treatments
  • Oversee general horse health
  • Assist with veterinary and farrier when needed

Qualifications
  • Ability to read and write

Desired Qualifications:
  • Experience with horses preferred

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Teamwork skills and able to work independently
  • Initiative and self-motivation, able to work autonomously while updating supervisor regularly
  • Able to handle multiple tasks
  • Organization /coordination skills
  • Flexibility
  • Strong time management skills
  • Ability to work during weekends, holidays, breaks
  • Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
  • Ability to work 10-20 hours a week

Why Work at Auburn?
    • Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
    • Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
    • We're Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
    • Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
    • A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.

Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!
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