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Young Living is a universally known, household name that is revered and respected for the countless benefits it brings to humanity. Propelled by the world's purest essential oils and oil-infused products, along with our passionate commitment to empowering individuals to whole-life wellness, we champion the modern essential oil movement. A global, purpose-driven wellness revolution is underway, and Young Living leads the charge.
Working at Young Living
Our community of wellness started small in 1993, when? D. Gary Young? and Mary Young developed their first organic herb farming and distillation operation. After establishing Young Living in 1994, the Youngs developed its groundbreaking Seed to Seal process, which preserves the integrity and potency of essential oils through every step of the production process.
We believe every person has the right to wellness. It transcends all and has the power to unite us as members of the same human family striving for the same happiness. It is part of the reason we are passionate about making everyone feel included, welcome, and respected. Regardless of age, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, physical or mental disability, ancestry, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local law, all are welcome in the Young Living family.
Summary
Young Living is looking for an experienced, hardworking, and driven team member. This position is involved with providing daily care for the horses/animals including but not limited to identifying/treating health needs, feeding, grooming, saddling, harnessing, riding, driving, farrier work, operating heavy equipment, and cleaning/repairs to stalls, tack, barn areas, turnout lots, and equipment. This position will also involve working in front of the public including but not limited to on site events and off site events.
Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
* Daily horse handling and care that includes but not limited to basic identifying health issues, feeding, grooming, saddling, harnessing, cleaning/maintaining/repairing of facilities, operating/maintaining/repairing heavy equipment and participates in public events
* Identify basic health issues including but not limited to wounds (cuts, scrapes, punctures, etc.); illness (colic, founder, etc.); lameness and reports to manager
* Feeding horses according to proper portions contained in manual and/or manager's direction, identifying and reporting nutritional needs
* Basic cleaning and repairs to stalls, in and around barn areas, work areas such as cross ties, hitch/rail areas, wash racks, grain areas, designated manure pits, and turnout areas
* Basic cleaning/maintaining/oiling/repairing of tack and equipment, and report issues to manager
* Basic repairs to fences, feeders, waters, wagons, equipment and facilities
* Operates heavy equipment such as tractors, forklifts, wagons, and horse-drawn equipment
* Participates in events/parades/competitions with team as necessary, including preparation activities
Husbandry
* Understand and follow all safety guidelines and emergency procedures as described in wrangler manual and procedures for working around horses, riding, driving, maintaining barn, and participating in any equine programming
Competencies
Decisive Decision-Making
Time Management
Horsemanship
Encouraging and Positive Attitude
Able to Work In Team and Independent Settings
Training and Development
Training in Horsemanship
Development in Horsemanship
Forklift/Telahandler Certification
Lift Certification
Other Career Applicable Certifications
Other Career Applicable Association Membership
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Basic knowledge of horsemanship
Basic knowledge of barn care and equipment operation
Ability to work as a team
Ability to meet all physical demands and responsibilities
Supervisory Responsibility
This position does not supervise employees.
Work Environment
The individual must be able to tolerate the scent of essential oils worn or diffused.
Employee will be working in a farm environment and in colder temperatures, needing to wear warm clothing and applicable OSHA safety gear.
Employee is required to understand proper safety procedures before operating any equipment.
Employee may be required to be certified to use equipment.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Employee is frequently required to be outdoors working with horse and animals. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. Employee is occasionally required to stand for long periods of time.
Must be able to tolerate working with hay for up to three to four hours daily. Must be able to ride six or more hours a day (Friesian).
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This position requires the incumbent to be physically present at the assigned worksite. This is a variable hour part time position, meaning no regular schedule. Shifts will be assigned in advance by the manager. Rotational evening, weekend and travel work are required as job duties demand and as assigned by manager.
Required Education and Experience
Horse Experience- 3 to 12 Months
Basic sense of horse care
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
Additional information
Young Living is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.