Top Benefits
About the role
Horse Program
The Horse Program at Spruce Meadows is looking to add an experienced Competition Groom to our friendly and hardworking roster. Horse Show experience a must , FEI experience an asset. This is a full-time, salary position with health benefits and on-site staff housing is available.
The ideal candidate is hardworking, detail-oriented, dedicated, and capable of working well in a team or as an individual. Evenings and weekend shifts are required along with travel to competitions.
RESPONSIBILITIES (included, But Not Limited To)
- feeding
- mucking out
- turnout
- tacking up
- lunging
- bathing
- braiding
- clipping
- wrapping
- caulking
- keeping the stable in top shape
Minimum Requirements
- Applicants must be a minimum of 18 years of age, and have a valid Class 5 Driver’s License.
- Prior competition horse experience is a must, show facility experience is a bonus but not a requirement.
- Applicants must be physically fit and able to lift heavy objects like square bales, jump standards, poles. etc.
- Ability to problem solve and exhibit conflict resolution skills
- Grooms living on-site will be housed in renovated apartments with all amenities and have access to a staff vehicle. We apologize, but no pets are allowed in staff housing.
- Applicants with allergies to animals, dust, straw, grass, etc. are not encouraged to apply
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
The Spruce Meadows Mission Statement, the focus on excellent service, and the heart and mind of the Southern Family is always at the forefront. This includes, but is not limited to, Spruce Meadows e-mail protocol, quotations, contracts, general correspondence, and verbal communications; both in person and via telecommunications (See Spruce Meadows Policy and Procedure Manual, Spruce Meadows Code of Conduct, Spruce Meadows Confidentiality Agreement).
All Spruce Meadows employees are expected to demonstrate and uphold the Spruce Meadows Mission Statement.
APPLYING
If you are interested in joining our team, please email your resume to:
Spruce Meadows
RE: Competition Show Groom Position
About Spruce Meadows
Spruce Meadows is a world-renowned equestrian facility located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Our focus is on celebrating the horse and providing the ultimate experience for athletes, sponsors, and fans alike. We organize and host five FEI tournaments a year that offer $8 million in prize money, attract over 400,000 fans yearly, and we broadcast worldwide. We also organize a number of nationally sanctioned events that inspire and provide opportunities for junior and amateur athletes. At Spruce Meadows, we're more than just a sports venue - we offer a wide range of entertainment and special features programs that include shopping, parades, performance stages, fireworks, cultural exhibits, international cuisine, education programs, and children's activities. Join us for an unforgettable experience!
Top Benefits
About the role
Horse Program
The Horse Program at Spruce Meadows is looking to add an experienced Competition Groom to our friendly and hardworking roster. Horse Show experience a must , FEI experience an asset. This is a full-time, salary position with health benefits and on-site staff housing is available.
The ideal candidate is hardworking, detail-oriented, dedicated, and capable of working well in a team or as an individual. Evenings and weekend shifts are required along with travel to competitions.
RESPONSIBILITIES (included, But Not Limited To)
- feeding
- mucking out
- turnout
- tacking up
- lunging
- bathing
- braiding
- clipping
- wrapping
- caulking
- keeping the stable in top shape
Minimum Requirements
- Applicants must be a minimum of 18 years of age, and have a valid Class 5 Driver’s License.
- Prior competition horse experience is a must, show facility experience is a bonus but not a requirement.
- Applicants must be physically fit and able to lift heavy objects like square bales, jump standards, poles. etc.
- Ability to problem solve and exhibit conflict resolution skills
- Grooms living on-site will be housed in renovated apartments with all amenities and have access to a staff vehicle. We apologize, but no pets are allowed in staff housing.
- Applicants with allergies to animals, dust, straw, grass, etc. are not encouraged to apply
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
The Spruce Meadows Mission Statement, the focus on excellent service, and the heart and mind of the Southern Family is always at the forefront. This includes, but is not limited to, Spruce Meadows e-mail protocol, quotations, contracts, general correspondence, and verbal communications; both in person and via telecommunications (See Spruce Meadows Policy and Procedure Manual, Spruce Meadows Code of Conduct, Spruce Meadows Confidentiality Agreement).
All Spruce Meadows employees are expected to demonstrate and uphold the Spruce Meadows Mission Statement.
APPLYING
If you are interested in joining our team, please email your resume to:
Spruce Meadows
RE: Competition Show Groom Position
About Spruce Meadows
Spruce Meadows is a world-renowned equestrian facility located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Our focus is on celebrating the horse and providing the ultimate experience for athletes, sponsors, and fans alike. We organize and host five FEI tournaments a year that offer $8 million in prize money, attract over 400,000 fans yearly, and we broadcast worldwide. We also organize a number of nationally sanctioned events that inspire and provide opportunities for junior and amateur athletes. At Spruce Meadows, we're more than just a sports venue - we offer a wide range of entertainment and special features programs that include shopping, parades, performance stages, fireworks, cultural exhibits, international cuisine, education programs, and children's activities. Join us for an unforgettable experience!