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Liberty

Equestrian Summer Staff

Lynchburg, VA · On-site

$12.77/hr

The Campus Rec Summer Temp is responsible for performing operational tasks for respective Campus ... Prior horse experience (ownership, stable work and/or professional equine experience)

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How much do temporary horse stable jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 26, 2026, the average hourly pay for temporary horse stable in the United States is $16.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.26 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Temporary Horse Stable vs Horse Groom?

AspectTemporary Horse StableHorse Groom
CredentialsNo formal certification typically requiredOften requires knowledge of horse care, sometimes certifications preferred
Work EnvironmentStables, outdoor and indoor horse facilitiesStables, riding arenas, farms
Employer & IndustryEquestrian centers, farms, stablesEquestrian facilities, farms, riding schools
Work TasksTemporary setup, cleaning, basic careGrooming, feeding, handling horses

While both roles involve working with horses, a Temporary Horse Stable typically refers to a short-term setup or event support in a stable environment, whereas a Horse Groom focuses on daily horse care and grooming tasks. The roles overlap in environment and basic horse handling but differ mainly in scope and certification requirements.

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Infographic showing various Temporary Horse Stable job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 83% Full Time, 14% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $33,281 per year, or $16 per hour.
Stable Assistant Full-Time

Stable Assistant Full-Time

LAKE ERIE COLLEGE

Mentor, OH • On-site

Other

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

REPORTS TO: STABLE STAFF SUPERVISOR 

STATUS: FULL-TIME, NON-EXEMPT, HOURLY 

Lake Erie College, a small, co-educational, four-year, independent liberal arts college located in Painesville, OH, 30 miles east of Cleveland, invites applications for the full-time position of Stable Assistant. 

The stable assistant acts as an overall assistant to the stable staff supervisor. Tuition and other benefits available. 

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Assists with general stable procedures, which include but are not limited to: 

  • Daily cleaning of stalls. 

  • Feeding and watering of horses, including removing ice and filling of water buckets. 

  • Sweeping of aisles, wash racks, breezeways, and entryways. 

  • Lifting/moving bales of hay and bags of shavings and grain. 

  • Turnouts, including stallions and young and unpredictable horses. 

  • Handling a variety of horses safely and with confidence, including leading, grooming, picking hooves, haltering horses and putting horse blankets on and off. 

  • Maintaining safety procedures when working with all horses. 

  • Assisting with/holding horses for veterinary, dentist or farrier work, as assigned. 

  • Show preparation, including setting up of temp stalls, distribution of bedding, equipment, horses, etc. 

  • Cleaning of the stable, including washing walls and stalls, removing cobwebs, and general cleaning. 

  • Performing any other tasks which the stable staff supervisor deems necessary. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & KEY COMPETENCIES: 

  • Experience in the above areas; good horsemanship skills required. 

  • Ability to work flexible hours, including but not limited to 6:00 am - 4:30 pm shifts. 

  • Organization, dedication and the ability to communicate effectively and work independently. 

  • The desire to be a team player. 

  • Ability to work efficiently and effectively with coworkers and perform tasks as scheduled. 

  • Coursework in equine studies is a plus. 

  • Must have the ability to lift 60 lbs. or more. 

  • Must be able to drive a tractor and back wagons through barns. 

  • Growth and “doer” mindset and institutional teamwork ethic. 

  • Creative, strategic, thoughtful, and has a sense of humor. 

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