Manitoba Horse Council Jobs
Grounds & Maintenance Staff Wanted
Posted: February 13, 2026
Equestrian Facility | Birds Hill Provincial Park, MB
The Manitoba Horse Council (MHC) is seeking motivated individuals to join our Equestrian Grounds & Maintenance Team for the 2026 season. We’re a 40-acre outdoor horse show venue located in Birds Hill Provincial Park, hosting competitions May–October.
We’re hiring for four positions:
- 1 Full-Time, 40 hours/week
- 3 Casual, ~20 hours/week (primarily following horse shows)
Roles begin in early May with season-long work through October. We’re looking for reliable, team-oriented people who enjoy the outdoors and take pride in high-quality grounds and facility care.
Why join MHC?
- Comprehensive training and orientation to set you up for success
- Mentorship from a Superintendent with over 30 years in facility maintenance
- Friendly, customer-focused team culture that values results
- Safe environment to learn new skills and operate machinery
- Returning staff welcome—seasonal summers with a seasonal vibe you’ll want back for
About the role
- Responsible for routine show ring and grounds maintenance (sand and grass rings, barns, stalls, and surrounding areas)
- Operate light to heavy equipment (tractors, mowers, sand groomers, water cannons, sprinklers, trimmers, etc.)
- Support stall/barn cleaning and related duties
- Shift patterns: Monday–Friday 8:00 AM–4:00 PM with rotational weekend work; some evenings after shows (roughly 5:00–9:00 PM)
- Full-time staff typically work an 8-hour day; weekends required on a rotation basis
What we’re looking for
- Self-motivated, reliable, organized with a positive can-do attitude
- Interest or experience in horses, farm work, grounds maintenance, or related fields is an asset
- Comfort with equestrian environments and understanding of horse shows is helpful
- Experience handling machinery is a plus
- Able to work well in a team and independently
- At least 16 years old and hold a valid Manitoba driver’s license
- Available to work some weekends and evenings on a rotation; punctuality is essential
- Physically capable of outdoor, physically demanding tasks (lifting up to 50 lbs, pushing/pulling heavy loads)
Compensation
- Starting wage: $20/hour, with increases based on performance
- Benefits: Free parking
How to apply
If you’re ready to contribute to an outstanding summer experience for riders, spectators, and horses, complete the application form at this link:
Join a team that keeps the show rolling and the grounds pristine. Apply today and be part of Manitoba’s premier equestrian destination.