animal attendant

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Work site environment

• Outdoors
• Wet / damp

Work setting

Tasks

• Prepare food and feed animals
• Clean and disinfect cages, pens, aquariums, kennels, runs, stall and enclosures
• Keep records of animals treated
• Supervise helpers
• Assist animal breeders to handle and nurture animals
• Identify livestock
• Collect specimens

Technical experience

• Handling methods

Area of specialization

• Animal training

Animal specialization

• Large wild animals (zoo)

Security and safety

• Bondable

Transportation / travel information

• Own transportation
• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Handling heavy loads
• Standing for extended periods

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Team player

Screening questions

• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?

Experience

• 2 years to less than 3 years
• Durée de l'emploi : Saisonnier
• Langue de travail : Anglais
• Heures de travail : 44 hours per week