About this role
Presque Isle Downs & Casino, conveniently located off of I90 in Erie, PA, features table games, slots, sportsbook, entertainment, live thoroughbred horse racing, and year-round simulcast racing. The casino features the latest technology and amenities designed for guest comfort and expectations. The property features three restaurants, including two award-winning restaurants - Churchill’s Bourbon & Brew and LBV Steakhouse. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, help is available. Call 1-800-GAMBLER.
Benefits of being a PID team member…
- Health insurance (including Vision and Dental!) the first of the month following 30 days of employment for regular FT Team Members
- Accrual of Paid Time Off for FT and PT
- 401k with Company Match – 100% vested at sign up
- Company Stock Purchase Plan
- Team Member Engagement
- Team Member Referral Plan
JOB SUMMARY
Join our Racing Department team in an exciting, hands-on role at the heart of the action! This position oversees morning training hours while ensuring a safe, fair, and well-run racetrack. You’ll work closely with riders and horsemen from start to finish of each race, enforce PA Rules of Racing, respond quickly to emergencies, communicate concerns to stewards, and help maintain order on the track—including safely capturing loose horses. This is a fast-paced role for someone who thrives around horses and live racing and wants to make a real impact every day.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Candidate will oversee the morning training hours. Candidate will enforce all rules and regulations. Candidate will assist riders from start to finish of races. Candidate must handle emergencies before, during or after each race. During race, candidate must notify stewards of objections or any problems. Candidate is responsible for maintaining a safe environment on the track. Candidate is responsible to make certain that all track and PA Rules of Racing are followed by riders and horsemen while on the racetrack. Candidate is responsible for capturing loose horses on the racetrack. Candidate will contribute to the Racing Department team by overseeing and accomplishing all other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Candidate must have knowledge of PA Rules of Racing and have previous work experience with horses. Candidate must provide their own quarter horse and tack. We provide stall and feed allowance. Candidate is required to be able to obtain/maintain a Pennsylvania Racing License.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
High School Diploma or equivalent.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability. We are an equal opportunity employer.
Other facts
About Churchill Downs Incorporated
Churchill Downs Incorporated (“CDI”) has been creating extraordinary entertainment experiences for nearly 150 years, beginning with the company’s most iconic and enduring asset, the Kentucky Derby. Headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky, CDI has expanded through the development of live and historical racing entertainment venues, the growth of the TwinSpires horse racing online wagering business and the operation and development of regional casino gaming properties.
To learn more about CDI and its family of properties, visit: https://www.churchilldownsincorporated.com/
What you'll do
- The Outrider oversees morning training hours and ensures a safe, fair, and well-run racetrack. They work closely with riders and horsemen, enforce racing rules, and respond to emergencies.
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