Dressage Groom
Job Description
Zia Equestrian is seeking an experienced, full-time, dressage groom to join our team. We are a large breeding, import, and dressage training barn in Aiken SC.
Schedule: 5-day work week with shared night checks, with occasional travel and extra time required for shows.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Work closely with the trainer and assistant trainer to maximize efficiency
 - Work closely with the vet and farrier as needed to ensure the show horses stay in top condition
 - Grooming, bathing, and tacking riding horses
 - Braiding and body clipping
 - Cleaning tack
 - Turning riding horses in/out
 - Laundry
 - Packing and unpacking for shows
 - Horse care and feeding at shows
 - Administering supplements, medications, and treatments
 - Keeping the grooming area and tack room clean and organized,
 
Compensation: Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
Paid Time Off: PTO and holiday pay included.
Housing: A small apartment is available if desired.
Requirements:
- Demonstrated experience grooming for an FEI dressage trainer with high standards in a fast-paced dressage barn.
 - Demonstrated excellent communication and organizational skills.
 - Must be passionate about horse care.
 - Candidates must be US citizens or legally authorized to work in the United States
 
How To Apply: To be considered for this position, please send your resume to [email protected].
                                                        
                                                                                                            Aiken, South Carolina, United States
                                                                                                
                        
                        
                                                        1-2 Years
                        
                        
                                                        Full-Time
                        
                                                    
                                                                
                                                                            $20
                                        -
                                        $25
                                        / hour
                                                                    
                            
                                                
                                Posted on Aug 05, 2025