The Manitoba Horse Council (MHC) is looking to add to our Equestrian Grounds and Maintenance Team for the 2026 Season. The MHC Equestrian Facility is in Birds Hill Provincial Park, MB.

Grounds & Maintenance Staff Wanted

Equestrian Facility | Birds Hill Provincial Park, MB

Deadline for Application: March 31, 2026

Application form: https://wkf.ms/3OEjImP 

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
• 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: https://wkf.ms/3OEjImP

Join a team that keeps the show rolling and the grounds pristine. Apply today and be part of Manitoba’s premier equestrian destination.