animal attendant

• Education : Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• Experience : 2 years to less than 3 years

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
• Monitor and document animal behaviour
• 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

• Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
• Work Term : Seasonal
• Work Language : English
• Hours : 44 hours per week
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