Blacksmith

Location: Berlin, Maryland. Ocean Downs Casino, part of Churchill Downs Incorporated, offers gaming, harness racing, and hospitality.

JOB SUMMARY
Exciting opportunity to work at Ocean Downs Casino Racetrack only 10 minutes from the beaches and boardwalk of Ocean City, MD! Work with an awesome team while ensuring a good time for our guests. This is a seasonal part-time role at our racetrack! If you possess the desire to work for a great company, then we would love to have you!

The pay for this position is $24 per hour.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Will inspect, replace and/or repair shoes or missing shoes in the paddock area

Must be able to perform these tasks with speed and efficiency in a stressful paddock environment

Must work with the paddock judge in concert with all shoe repair done in the paddock to assist in the functionality of the race program

Distributes horse saddle pads and head numbers to appropriate horsemen according to race schedule.

Retrieves and cleans horse saddle pads throughout race night.

Perform work with chemicals as instructed by product labels.

Report all maintenance issues as needed.

Communicate (both written and verbal) with and promote positive team member relations.

Maintain professionalism at all times when working with other team members and/or guests.

Promotes outstanding horsemen relations.

Performs all other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Previous work in any farrier or blacksmith detail involving the proper shoeing, manufacturing and application of horses.

Ability to read, write, speak, understand or communicate in English sufficiently to perform the necessary functions of this position. American Sign Language is also an acceptable form of communication.

Ability to consistently comprehend, retain and execute written, verbal and demonstrated directions, explanations and guidance

Must be able to obtain and keep a License issued by the Maryland Racing Commission required of all Racing Services employees.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma or Equivalent

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS

Must be able to stand / walk and/or sit for extended periods of time without difficulty.

Must be able to work a flexible schedule based on business needs which includes days, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays.

Ocean Downs Casino delivers exceptional entertainment experiences in the Eastern Shore region, combining horse racing, casino gaming, live events, and dining.

All qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment, promotion, or other employment opportunities without regard to: race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, or disability.

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