Facility
Wild Animal Safari-Georgia
Closing Date
[jobclosingdate]
Description
Basic responsibilities:
• Following correct safety procedures for working with all animal species
• Performing all aspects of basic animal husbandry including feeding,
cleaning/sanitizing animal enclosures, recordkeeping, operant
conditioning/training
• Displaying positive interaction with the public
• Creating enrichment experiences for the animals
• Preparing animal diets
• Administering medication or treatment under veterinary instruction and
supervision
• Maintaining a clean work area and equipment
• Effectively managing time in a fast-paced environment
• Monitoring of behavior for mental and physical health of each animal
• Reporting issues to management in a timely manner
• Safely operating vehicles and small power tools
Education and Pre-requisites
Requirements:
• Bachelor of Science in biology, zoology, or related sciences
• Self-motivated – can work efficiently and safely under little to no supervision
• Creative/problem solving skills and a positive attitude
• Physical ability to working in all weather conditions and to lift 50 lbs.
• Available to work weekends and holidays
• Previous experience working with exotic animals in protected or no contact environments is preferred but not required. Experience in training and operant conditioning a plus.
Compensation and benefits
This will be a full-time keeper position with 40 hours per week with some opportunities for overtime available. Must be willing to work some weekends and holidays. Pay rate starts at $12/hour.
Application instructions
Please send a resume and cover letter to Katie Harrison via email at katie@animalsafari.com.