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culveracademies

Horse Trainer

Culver, IN · On-site

The Horse Trainer will have a deep understanding of English riding in all paces, and training ... clean stable environment. REQUIREMENTS: Must possess a High School Diploma or a High School ...

RFK Community Alliance

Lead Stable Staff

Lancaster, MA

$20/hr

Lead Stable Staff Pay Range: $20 per hour Lancaster, MA RFK Community Alliance has an exciting ... Key Qualifications and Skills * 5 years' experience working at a fully operational horse riding and ...

RFK Community

Lead Stable Staff

Lancaster, MA · On-site

$20/hr

Lead Stable Staff Pay Range: $20 per hour Lancaster, MA RFK Community Alliance has an exciting ... Key Qualifications and Skills * 5 years' experience working at a fully operational horse riding and ...

Culver Academies

Horse Trainer

Culver, IN · On-site

The Horse Trainer will have a deep understanding of English riding in all paces, and training ... clean stable environment. REQUIREMENTS: Must possess a High School Diploma or a High School ...

The Dancing Horses Theatre

Horse Show Performer

Delavan, WI · On-site

$100 - $300/wk

Horse Show Performer Looking for HORSE PERFORMER- General English Riding, Dressage The Dancing Horses Theater, a beautiful Equestrian Theatre located in southeast Wisconsin, has openings for our fall ...

Kualoa Ranch Hawai'i

Tour Guide, Horseback

Kaneohe, HI · On-site

$24.50/hr

The Horseback Trail Guide provides exceptional guest service and frontline support for customers ... Intermediate to advanced horse knowledge and recent riding experience is required. * Excellent ...

Menlo Circus Club

Stable Hand - Full-Time

Atherton, CA · On-site

$20 - $26.50/hr

Our Stable Hand ensures stalls, arenas, and the barn area are kept clean, and the horses are fed ... We have boarding, English-style riding programs, and a competitive show group known as "The Circus"

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Riding Instructor/Trail Guide

Salamander Hospitality

Middleburg, VA • On-site

$18/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 20 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Provide daily care for resort horses, including grooming, bathing, feeding, watering, and exercising horses.

  • Lead private and group guided trail rides throughout the resort property and provide horseback riding lessons for beginner through intermediate riders.

  • Facilitate pony rides and children's equestrian activities, ensuring a safe and welcoming experience for young riders and their families.

Job description

Equestrian Attendant / Riding Instructor

Salamander Middleburg | Middleburg, VA
Full-Time | $18.00 per hour | Up to 40 hours per week + Service Charges & Gratuities

Salamander Middleburg is seeking an experienced Equestrian Attendant / Riding Instructor to join our Equestrian team at our luxury resort in Middleburg, Virginia. This full-time position is ideal for an experienced equestrian professional who enjoys horse care, riding instruction, trail riding, stable operations, and guest service.

The Equestrian Attendant / Riding Instructor is responsible for the daily care and well-being of our resort horses while creating safe, memorable riding experiences for resort guests of varying ages and experience levels.

What You'll DoHorse Care & Stable Operations

  • Provide daily care for resort horses, including grooming, bathing, feeding, watering, and exercising horses.

  • Clean stalls and perform routine barn and stable duties.

  • Clean, maintain, and properly store tack and riding equipment.

  • Monitor horses for signs of illness, injury, or changes in behavior and provide basic first aid when appropriate.

  • Maintain clean, safe, and organized equestrian facilities.

  • Assist with general barn, stable, and facility upkeep.

Riding Instruction & Trail Rides

  • Provide horseback riding lessons for beginner through intermediate riders.

  • Teach guests of varying ages and riding abilities using safe and appropriate riding techniques.

  • Lead private and group guided trail rides throughout the resort property.

  • Evaluate riders and appropriately match guests with horses based on ability and experience.

  • Provide exceptional guest service while maintaining a strong focus on rider and horse safety.

Children's Equestrian Programs

  • Facilitate pony rides and children's equestrian activities.

  • Provide a welcoming, educational, and safe experience for young riders and their families.

Safety & Equipment

  • Follow established equestrian and horse-handling safety procedures.

  • Maintain safe practices around horses, guests, equipment, and stable facilities.

  • Safely operate a small Utility Terrain Vehicle (UTV) as required.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent.

  • Must be 18 years of age or older.

  • Minimum 5 years of professional horse care and riding experience.

  • Experience providing horseback riding lessons to beginner and intermediate riders.

  • Strong knowledge of horse handling, grooming, stable care, tack, and riding safety.

  • Previous customer service or guest-facing experience.

  • Knowledge of classical riding and high-quality horsemanship standards preferred; willingness to learn required.

  • Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with guests, children, and team members.

  • Dependable and comfortable working in an active, outdoor environment.

Physical Requirements

This is a physically active position that requires the ability to:

  • Stand and walk for extended periods.

  • Bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, and use hands frequently.

  • Work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.

  • Safely lift and move up to 75 pounds.

  • Perform routine horse care and stable duties throughout the workday.

Pay & Compensation

  • $18.00 per hour

  • Full-time schedule of up to 40 hours per week

  • Service charges and gratuities earned when teaching or facilitating eligible guest appointments

  • Bi-weekly pay

Benefits & Perks

Salamander Middleburg offers a comprehensive benefits and perks package for eligible team members, including:

  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan

  • Paid Time Off

  • Company-Paid Holidays

  • Complimentary Employee Meals

  • Complimentary Uniforms

  • Employee Access Privileges & Discount Programs

  • Friends & Family Discounts on room stays at Salamander properties

  • Discounts on dining, retail, spa, and resort amenities

Join the Salamander Middleburg Equestrian Team

If you are passionate about horses, horsemanship, riding instruction, and creating exceptional guest experiences, we invite you to apply to join the Equestrian team at Salamander Middleburg.

Salamander Collection is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

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