P/T Leadouts and Dog Handlers $9 - $12 p/h (Full-time Potential) (Saint Petersburg)

P/T Leadouts and Dog Handlers $9 - $12 p/h (Full-time Potential) (Saint Petersburg)

20 Jul 2024
Florida, Tampa bay area 00000 Tampa bay area USA

P/T Leadouts and Dog Handlers $9 - $12 p/h (Full-time Potential) (Saint Petersburg)

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Full-time Potential

Take your place in the winner's circle with a career at historic Derby Lane, Tampa Bay's premier Greyhound facility. As the oldest, continuously operating dog track in the country, we know what it takes to go the distance.

We have IMMEDIATE OPENINGS for (4) LEADOUTS and DOG HANDLERS. Seeking team-players with a flexible work schedule (nights, weekends and holidays). Reliable transportation a must due to public transit may not be running for the late shift. Must be able to pass a drug test and have a clean criminal background to qualify for a State of Florida Para-mutuel Racing License. Felony violations will automatically disqualify you.

LEADOUT Overview:

Walk Greyhounds out for official races.

Essential Functions:

MUST be able to jog approximately 100 yards at a moderate pace

Maintain proper care of the Greyhounds when leading them from the paddock area, down the track, to the starting box for their appointed race.

Secondary Functions:

Ensure that each dog has the racing blanket, leash and muzzle on correctly

Perform other duties as assigned by Management

DOG HANDLER Overview

Remove Greyhounds from kennels, walks Greyhounds prior to official race providing exercise and warming muscles. Assisting State Of Florida Officials with capturing a urine sample of random Greyhounds.

Essential Functions:

Maintain proper care and control of the Greyhounds when leading them around in the Jenny Pit prior to official race.

Sit with Greyhounds on viewing stand prior to entering the track.

Secondary Functions:

Ensure that each dog has the racing blanket, leash and muzzle on correctly

Assist Kennel Master with cleaning dog and kennel if necessary

Perform other duties as assigned by Management

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS FOR DOG HANDLERS AND LEADOUTS:

Meet all regulations pertaining to health, safety and personal hygiene in accordance with City, State, and Federal laws

Comply with Company / Department policies, including attendance

Must not present a direct threat to health, safety or the welfare of fellow employees or others

Treat all guests, vendors and employees with courtesy, respect, fairness and consistency

Professional in appearance, grooming and behavior

Respond in a timely manner to all guests and employees

Mandatory Pari-Mutuel license to comply with the State of Florida, Department of Professional Regulations

MACHINE / EQUIPMENT / TOOLS USED:

Sturdy running shoes

QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE:

Dog handling skills

Ability to interpret and complete all communications received and submitted

Must be able to stand and walk for long periods of time up to 5 hours.

Physically fit is essential, must be able to lift up to 90 lbs greyhound chest height without injuring the greyhound or yourself.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Exposure to outdoor elements 4.5 to 5 hours each shift

Consistent walking, climbing, squatting, stooping, bending, kneeling and reaching

Frequent chest high lifting minimum of 50lbs

Frequent pulling, minimum 50 lbs

Flexible work schedule

WE OFFER:

Competitive Salary

Excellent Benefits

Great opportunity for growth and advancement

Fun and challenging work environment

Apply in person for consideration to the Human Resources office located at 10490 Gandy Blvd., St. Pete Monday - Friday from 8:00a.m. to 2:30p.m.

EOE / DFWP

www.derbylane.com

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