Employment opportunity

Opportunity for someone serious about learning working horsemanship and maintaining functional soundness in horses.

Reasons why last few have not worked out:

Calling in regularly

Late regularly

Leaving gates open

Leaving water running

Unable to learn names of horses / learn where horses are housed

Inability to identify a dirty stall and clean it thoroughly

Inability to follow written instructions and complete assigned tasks

Inability to attend clinics / seminars onsite for free continuing education

Inability to keep up with assigned reading to advance education

These were adults. I have had 3 amazing students intern with me. Some were a few days to a few months. Unfortunately, they live a good distance away from me and are /were teenagers. Teenagers that out worked adults hired to complete tasks. Adults that were given ample opportunity to improve and educate themselves but did not have the desire to do so. I would take Ava (17), Jo (13), or Maizy (was 16 when here) any day for this position but they aren’t in a position to be able to do it.

If you resemble the list above or can’t be a harder worker or more responsible than these amazing teenagers, then you probably won’t work out here.

If you think you have what it takes, read below:

Employment opportunity for an education minded, motivated individual. 

I am looking for an apprentice to train. This is a paid position. Hours are reasonably flexible. Up to 10 to 20hrs per week. Two days a week minimum availability.  Some weekend days required/ possible. Pay will start at $12 per hour. Once training is completed and first month review is completed there is room for a raise depending on experience, motivation, and willingness to learn. There is some scheduling flexibility for the right individual. I am done investing in people who are not serious about learning and sticking around. 

Paid training 

Must be education minded

Self starter

Ability to work without direct supervision

Critical thinking skills 

Must be able to follow directions and accept constructive feedback

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Ability to work outside in inclement weather 

Comfortable around horses (stallions, foals and horses with behavior issues) cows, dogs, fowl, cats

Ability to communicate effectively 

Reliable transportation 

Must be committed and dependable 

Must be on time 

Experience with horses is a must. We deal with painful horses that need quiet understanding while addressing pain to relieve behaviors. 

This could develop into a riding / handling position at a rehabilitation, training, lesson and breeding facility. This is dependent upon your education, willingness to learn and dedication. This part of the job is an earned position not guaranteed. 

There will be cleaning, maintenance and feeding requirements. 

Opportunity for paid continuing education

This is an opportunity for someone to be paid to learn about equine rehab, biomechanics based training, in depth groundwork/in-hand. Paid training period. Quarterly commitment which can carry over into additional quarters. Start date 9/1/2025, or sooner for the right individual.  This position is ideal for someone looking for a career in training/rehab. There will be ample opportunities to interact with other equine professionals coming to the farm to collaborate on rehabilitation. We focus on supporting the horse from the hoof up, rehabbing from the inside out and riding from the hind leg forward. 

Email resumes to: tntfarmsqtrhorses@yahoo.com

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