Starting Gate Crew

Fairmount Park Casino and Racing
Collinsville, Illinois
Contact David Frizzell, Director of Racing at 765-639-6952
dfrizzell@fairmountpark.com

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Starting Gate Crew is responsible for the safety of the jockeys and horses as they load into the Starting Gate by performing the following duties.
• Rake starting area
• Test & maintain automatic gate
• Ensure horses starting position is marked
• Leading horses to the gate and coaxing them in
• Training horses to accept the starting gate
• Troubleshooting & correcting leg soundness problems
• Keep tense racehorses calm prior to start
• Will abide by all safety requirements as required by individual departments and/or job functions.
• All other duties as assigned by management.
QUALFICATIONS
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or up to 1 year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must possess strong communication skills, be flexible and detail oriented.
• Must be able to obtain an Illinois Racing Board License.
• Must have the ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
REQUIRED PERSONAL COMPETENCIES
Responsible for fostering a fun environment. Responsible for being gracious to all guests and co-workers. Must support and actively promote and demonstrate superior customer service in accordance with department and company standards and programs. Ensures that behavior and appearance comply with established standards. Maintains a professional work environment with management and staff.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
• Required is frequent standing, walking, stooping, bending, reaching, climbing and sitting. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Must be able to work in various weather conditions.