A NEW BREED OF ENTERTAINMENT

With almost 150 years of proud horseracing history, Woodbine Entertainment Group is the founding pioneer and largest operator of professional horseracing in Canada.

Building on our rich past, we are surging ahead to the future with an energized, new vision. Today we deliver the most thrilling and highest quality racing, dining and entertainment experiences to our visitors. In doing so, we remain a world-leader in horse-racing — and also among the most exciting and diverse entertainment facilities on the globe.

JOB SUMMARY

The primary function of this job is to ensure the jockey’s tack (equipment) and racing silks are ready for each race, as well as to remove the saddle after each race. This job must also provide assistance to trainers in saddling horses and provide assistance to the Clerk of the Scales.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide general care and maintenance of the tack for several jockeys.
• Prepare the racing silks for the jockeys.
• Arrange the appropriate tack for the jockeys in order to weigh out with the Clerk of the Scales.
• Bring tack to the paddock and assist the trainers with saddling the horses for the race and unsaddling after the race.
• Assisting the Clerk of the Scales and jockeys when required.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Knowledge

• Knowledge of handling horses
• Knowledge of daily race card
• General racing knowledge
• Basic knowledge of the racing department
• Basic knowledge of the organization’s policies and practices

Skills

• General communication skills
• General skill in handling horses
• Basic investigation and ability to locate information/clothing apparel

Education and Experience

• Minimum 3 years experience with handling horses
• Minimum of Grade 10 education

Working Conditions

• Work is performed indoors and in the paddock area with some exposure to the track.
• Workload is controlled by the daily race card and there are tight time constraints.
• Required to physically handle horses, saddle and unsaddle horses.

Reason for vacancy: Replacement

Pay Rate: $23.00 - $25.00/hour

We use AI-powered resume screening software to help identify qualified candidates based on the criteria in this job posting. All applications prioritized by the system are subsequently reviewed by our hiring team to ensure a fair and human-centered selection process

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

Be Yourself.

We believe differences should be valued and celebrated. By building diverse and inclusive teams, we strive to provide a more authentic and empowering work experience that unlocks the potential of our people. Regardless of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, we believe everyone has the right to express their ideas, ambitions, and pursue their goals with confidence and integrity. Diversity breeds innovation. We want people to think differently. Our commitment is to build a culture that welcomes everyone and leverages their unique perspectives to be a great entertainment company that shares the thrill of horseracing experiences with the world.