animal attendant
Saint John Shelter Ltd
Saint John, NB, CA
$15,5 an hour (estimated)
Permanent
- Work Term : Permanent
- Work Language : English
- Hours : 24 to 40 hours per week
- Education : College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
- Experience : Experience an asset
- or equivalent experience
Work site environment
- Dangerous
- Noisy
Work setting
Animal shelter
Tasks
- Bathe and shampoo animals
- Prepare food and feed animals
- Clean and disinfect cages, pens, aquariums, kennels, runs, stall and enclosures
- Keep records of animals treated
- Assist with inoculation and treatment of animals
- Clean animal ears
- Clip animal nails
Type of pets groomed
- All breeds of dogs
- Cats
Area of work experience
Animal control officer
Animal specialization
Domestic animals / pets (cats, kittens, puppies, dogs, etc.)
Security and safety
- Driving record check (abstract)
- Criminal record check
Transportation / travel information
- Own transportation
- Valid driver's licence
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Attention to detail
- Physically demanding
- Handling heavy loads
- Bending, crouching, kneeling
- Fast-paced environment
- Standing for extended periods
Weight handling
Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
Own tools / equipment
Computer
Personal suitability
- Client focus
- Dependability
- Efficient interpersonal skills
- Excellent oral communication
- Excellent written 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?
Health benefits
- Dental plan
- Health care plan
- Vision care benefits
Financial benefits
- As per collective agreement
- Group insurance benefits
Other benefits
- Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
9 days ago