Starting Gate Crew
Wilmington, DE
Seasonal
Experienced
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Creates and ensures a fun-filled, entertaining, and exciting environment where the flawless delivery and execution of service excellence is paramount.
- Responsible for assisting the thoroughbred horses into the starting gate.
- Ensures that all horses and jockeys are placed at the starting gate in a safe and orderly manner.
- Complies with all rules and regulations regarding the starting of all entries.
- Rake tire tracks upon removal of the starting gate.
- Must use sound judgment when using equipment around the horses.
- Displays a courteous and helpful attitude at all times when dealing with the public and Builds Rewarding Relationships
- Communicate (both written and verbal) with and promote positive team members and guest relations.
- Maintain professionalism at all times when working with other team members and/or guests.
- Responsible for complying with HISA regulations.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
- Minimum of Six (6) years experience handling of Thoroughbred Horses is required.
- Must be able to successfully complete the background check.
- Must be able to lift fifty (50) lbs. without difficulty.
- Ability to bend, reach, pull, push, kneel, squat, and grasp as needed.
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule according to business needs, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Assignments covering large areas with long walking distances, Work areas could have high volumes, diverse clientele, and noise.
- The ability to work in a fast-paced environment and effectively communicate with guests, co-workers and management is mandatory.
- Must be able to wear and appear comfortable in the assigned uniform provided by Delaware Park.
- Must be able to work in all weather elements including extreme heat, cold, and precipitation.
- Ability to read, write, speak, understand, or communicate in English sufficiently to perform the necessary functions of this position.
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