Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $66,300.00 - $85,500.00
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Career development opportunities
flexible scheduling
Job Description
Boyd Gaming Corporation is a renowned leader in the casino entertainment industry within the United States. Established as a premier gaming company, Boyd Gaming has consistently performed with excellence across various gaming jurisdictions, demonstrating a strong commitment to operational success and innovation. Headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada, the company prides itself on blending tradition with modernity to provide exceptional entertainment experiences to its guests. Boyd Gaming operates a diverse portfolio of properties that range from luxurious casinos to upscale resorts, all designed to create memorable experiences through gaming, dining, entertainment, and hospitality.
As an established leader in the industry, Boyd Gaming Corporation continuously seeks to evolve and adapt to changing market dynamics, ensuring sustained growth and value creation for its shareholders, dedicated team members, and the communities in which it operates. The company’s philosophy revolves around integrity, customer focus, and community engagement, which underpins its strong reputation and long history of success in the competitive casino entertainment market.
The Horse Valet position at Boyd Gaming is a specialized role within the horse racing operations division, particularly focusing on the support and maintenance of thoroughbred racing activities. This role involves essential duties related to the care, preparation, and management of racing equipment and horse tack, ensuring that jockeys and horses are properly equipped for each race. The Horse Valet is responsible for tasks such as saddling horses, maintaining all equipment in optimal condition, and assisting trainers and jockeys with outfit and tack requirements, contributing directly to the seamless execution of race day operations.
In this role, employees support the racing team by organizing and preparing equipment such as saddles, helmets, boots, and whips in advance of races, closely monitoring the condition of racing tack, and providing labor support to higher-level staff. The position demands a strong knowledge of thoroughbred racing, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently under tight schedules often involving multiple shifts, including weekends and holidays. Valets also must maintain jockey wardrobes and ensure compliance with racing regulations and attire standards.
Working as a Horse Valet at Boyd Gaming offers a unique opportunity to be part of one of the nation’s leading casino entertainment companies while engaging in the dynamic realm of horse racing. This role is ideal for individuals with hands-on experience in racing operations or equestrian care seeking a career path in a fast-paced, professional horse racing environment. Boyd Gaming supports its team members by fostering an inclusive workplace culture and provides ongoing professional development to help employees grow within the organization. This is a full-time position with competitive compensation reflective of experience and skill level, emphasizing safety, precision, and teamwork in carrying out daily responsibilities.
As an established leader in the industry, Boyd Gaming Corporation continuously seeks to evolve and adapt to changing market dynamics, ensuring sustained growth and value creation for its shareholders, dedicated team members, and the communities in which it operates. The company’s philosophy revolves around integrity, customer focus, and community engagement, which underpins its strong reputation and long history of success in the competitive casino entertainment market.
The Horse Valet position at Boyd Gaming is a specialized role within the horse racing operations division, particularly focusing on the support and maintenance of thoroughbred racing activities. This role involves essential duties related to the care, preparation, and management of racing equipment and horse tack, ensuring that jockeys and horses are properly equipped for each race. The Horse Valet is responsible for tasks such as saddling horses, maintaining all equipment in optimal condition, and assisting trainers and jockeys with outfit and tack requirements, contributing directly to the seamless execution of race day operations.
In this role, employees support the racing team by organizing and preparing equipment such as saddles, helmets, boots, and whips in advance of races, closely monitoring the condition of racing tack, and providing labor support to higher-level staff. The position demands a strong knowledge of thoroughbred racing, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently under tight schedules often involving multiple shifts, including weekends and holidays. Valets also must maintain jockey wardrobes and ensure compliance with racing regulations and attire standards.
Working as a Horse Valet at Boyd Gaming offers a unique opportunity to be part of one of the nation’s leading casino entertainment companies while engaging in the dynamic realm of horse racing. This role is ideal for individuals with hands-on experience in racing operations or equestrian care seeking a career path in a fast-paced, professional horse racing environment. Boyd Gaming supports its team members by fostering an inclusive workplace culture and provides ongoing professional development to help employees grow within the organization. This is a full-time position with competitive compensation reflective of experience and skill level, emphasizing safety, precision, and teamwork in carrying out daily responsibilities.
Job Requirements
- Ability to maintain all regulatory licenses within state of employment
- must successfully pass background check
- must successfully pass alcohol and drug screening
- willing to work various shifts including swing shifts and holidays
- experience saddling and handling race horses
- knowledge of thoroughbred racing operations
- ability to communicate effectively
- must be physically able to handle horses and racing equipment
- detail-oriented mindset
- ability to work in fast-paced environments
Job Qualifications
- Experience saddling and handling race horses
- racing experience preferred
- knowledge of operations, services and activities of valet racing operations
- understanding of equipment management and maintenance
- knowledge of thoroughbred racing and scoring
- familiarity with barn and valet operations
- ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing
- ability to prepare reports and interpret regulations
- strong interpersonal skills
Job Duties
- Prepares and organizes each rider for various races
- sets out all equipment including helmets, helmet covers, whips, boots
- makes riders saddle available for weigh out times
- assists trainers in saddling horses prior to races
- monitors horse racing equipment such as saddles, girths, and blinkers
- removes tack from horses post-race and transports to jockeys room
- maintains tack including cleaning saddles and boots
- provides racing forms to jockeys with relevant markings
- ensures saddle and saddle pad are taken to paddock and assists trainer with saddling horses
- participates in professional group meetings and follows industry trends
- performs related duties as assigned
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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