Also called: Outrider
Rides a horse at the racetrack during races and workouts to catch runaway horses, help fallen jockeys, and lead horses to the starting gate.
An outrider sits on horseback near the track during races, ready to catch a runaway horse or help an injured jockey. They also lead horses to the starting gate.
Approximate.
Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
No formal education, about 0 years after high school. Years of skilled riding, often working at the track as an exercise rider or pony rider; no degree, but a track license is usually required.
Ways in: On-the-job training. Training cost: Get paid while you train.
Shrinking. Racing shrinking.
Low risk for 10 years. Catching runaway horses on the track is hands-on.
Classes: Animal science, Physical education, Health.
Official data: O*NET occupation 39-2021.
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