Job Opportunities at Equine Advocates

Equine Advocates is a national nonprofit organization. We focus our work on rescue, sanctuary, education, and advocacy. Our equine sanctuary in Chatham, New York, is home to 80+ rescued and retired horses, ponies, donkeys, and mules. We are seeking applicants who have compassion for animals.

Handyman/Horse Trailer Driver

Duties include:

  • Repair, power wash, and paint barn structures
  • Build new barn doors as needed
  • Repair, install, and paint fencing
  • Repair roadways
  • Oil changes in equipment
  • Operate skid steer, tractors, gators, etc.
  • Use of basic hand tools
  • Mow lawns
  • Weed whack
  • Snow – plow and shovel
  • Pick up maintenance materials at suppliers
  • Cover for farm staff: horse-related activities such as cleaning stalls and paddocks, hay distribution, clean/replace water in troughs
  • Other duties as needed

Must be able to drive a horse trailer to and from the hospital in Ithaca and Saratoga, and load and unload equines.

Must be dependable and self-motivated.

Pay: Salary based on experience

Hours: 40 hours/6 days per week

If interested, please email your resume and cover letter to jobs@equineadvocates.org.

Download Employment Application here.