Detention Barn Technician

About the role

The 2026 racing season is May 17, 2026, to September 19, 2026. Training for this position will begin Saturday, May 2, 2026. Running Aces will conduct live racing on Sunday, Tuesday, and Thursday evenings. There will be no live racing on Friday, July 4, 2025. There are 55 days of live racing scheduled. First post is at 6 pm, Sundays and Thursdays, 7pm, Tuesdays.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and enforce rules related to the detention and handling of horses after races at Running Aces
• Verify and tag horses
• Escort horses and handlers to assigned stalls in the detention barn
• Aid in obtaining appropriate urine and blood samples
• Ensure proper handling of samples to maintain a strict chain of custody
• Replace supplies in stalls
• Remain alert for safety and security hazards and report any violations of safety and security regulations
• Assist the Detention Barn Coordinator, Detention Barn Veterinarian and/or Chief Commission Veterinarian with other duties as requested

Requirements

• Knowledge and experience working with horses
• Able to handle a horse in an emergency situation and summon immediate veterinary attention as required
• Written and oral communication skills sufficient to understand and follow procedures to identify horses and samples, complete forms, respond to inquiries, and report to coordinators or veterinarians as appropriate

Qualifications

• In pursuit of a degree in areas of veterinary medicine or animal sciences
• Fluent in written/spoken Spanish
• Previous work experience with the Minnesota Racing Commission or within the racing and/or gaming industry

Skills

• Physical stamina and strength to move and position oneself frequently
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Ability to transport up to 40 lbs.

Benefits

• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being
• Training, classes, and professional development
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Daily Living/Convenience Services
• Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

Pay

$20.51 - $23.61/ hourly

Schedule

Rotating Shift