Horse trainer
Employer: Page Land & Cattle Co
Location: Navajo County, AZ
Workers needed: 2
Pay: $18.01/hour
Season: Nov 26, 2026 – May 31, 2027
Experience: 3 months
Employer-provided housing; Transportation provided/reimbursed
The job
The Horse Trainer is responsible for training, conditioning, and caring for horses to develop and maintain desired behaviors for riding, harness work, security, performance, obedience, competition, entertainment, and assistance to individuals with disabilities. The position involves establishing trust and effective communication with horses through consistent handling, voice commands, and physical interaction to familiarize them with human contact and ensure they respond appropriately to instructions.
Key responsibilities include designing and implementing training programs in accordance with established standards for shows, competitions, and other specialized activities; exercising, feeding, grooming, and handling horses to maintain their physical fitness and overall well-being; and, where required, training horses to carry pack loads or work as part of a pack team. The Horse Trainer also monitors horses' physical condition and behavior to identify signs of illness, injury, stress, or other health concerns requiring veterinary attention.
Additional duties include maintaining clean, safe, and sanitary stables, holding areas, training grounds, and performance facilities, as well as providing general care to support the horses' health, welfare, and readiness for their assigned purposes. The role requires patience, sound judgment, practical horsemanship skills, and a strong commitment to the humane treatment, safety, and well-being of horses.
All necessary tools, supplies, and equipment will be provided at no charge. In accordance with 655.20(k), workers are required to return worn-out tools, supplies, and equipment before replacements will be provided without charge or deposit.
The worker must crouch, bend, lift and carry items weighing up to 100 pounds while performing required activities.
Termination: The employer may terminate the workers employment if the worker:
1) Fails to complete or refuses to carry out work as assigned;
2) Unexcused absences from work;
3) Fails to work in accordance with the terms of this clearance order;
4) Commits an act of misconduct;
5) Commits a violation of the laws of the United States, the State, or the local jurisdiction;
If a worker voluntarily abandons the job or is terminated by the employer for cause, the employer will notify the NPC and DHS. Providing notification in a timely manner (within 2 working days) will relieve the employer of the subsequent requirements to provide return transportation and subsistence fees and the guarantee. Abandonment will be deemed to begin after a worker fails to report for work at the regularly scheduled time for 5 consecutive working days without the consent of the employer. The employer will provide a written work contract in a language understood by the worker.
Housing: Employer-provided (including mobile or range)
Meals: Kitchen facilities, utilities, and utensils will be provided by the employer at no cost to the workers. The workers will provide and prepare their own meals. Upon request, the employer will provide transportation to the store at least every week for shopping for food and other necessary items at no cost to the workers.
Transport: After the worker has completed 50% of the work contract period, employer will reimburse worker for the cost of transportation and subsistence from the place of recruitment to the place of employment.
See Addendum C
Experience wanted: 3 months
The worker will work 8 hours daily from Monday through Saturday. The worker may be required, particularly during competitions, special events, or periods of intensive training. In order to meet the three-fourths guarantee, the worker will not be required to work on the Sabbath or Federal holidays.
The name, address, and phone number of at least 1 reference who has first-hand knowledge of the workers 3 months recent experience is required. Prior experience is critical to ensuring horses and workplace safety and preventing accidents that could result from a complete lack of experience.
Once hired, a worker may be required to take a random drug test (unless the employer has reason to believe the worker is under the influence of drugs or alcohol while working) at no cost to the worker, all US and Guest workers will be screened equally. The employer may terminate the workers employment if the worker tests positive or fails to comply with the employers current drug testing policy.
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