JOBS

The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County is looking for an Equestrian Assistant. This position provides all aspects of daily animal care and maintenance of the Danada Equestrian Center, as well as participates with delivering equestrian programs to the public. This role assists in volunteer training and supervision to ensure a safe and enjoyable environment for both horses and visitors. Position pays $20.79 – $ 22.71 per hour. Some responsibilities are the following: 

• Provide comprehensive daily care for horses, including cleaning, feeding, watering, grooming, observation, first aid, routine medical treatments, and recording information.
• Prepare and feed horse diets according to the supervisor’s guidelines.
• Administer medication and provide medical treatment under the supervisor’s direction.
• Monitor horse health by observing various indicators, report abnormalities, and provide end-of-shift notes.
• Recommend changes to diet, facility, herd organization, behavior, and other related matters to the supervisor.
• Perform physically demanding tasks, such as moving bales of hay and straw, bedding, and feed bags, handling wheelbarrows, hoses, and other equipment.
• Conduct minor repairs and upkeep as needed to maintain the facility’s functionality and appearance.
• Operate equipment, including tractors, manure spreaders, mowers, string trimmers, power tools, and hand tools, to perform various duties as required.
• Monitor the condition of the facility, equipment, and supplies.