Animal Caretaker NA-03
What you'd do
This position is located at the West Point Crosbie E. Saint Equestrian Center. Incentives and Bonuses Incentives will not be paid.
Major duties
Receives and shelters animals brought in for temporary care. Observes animals and notifies supervisor of abnormal appearance. Feeds animals taking care to measure food portions according to feeding instructions. Keeps records on animals in the facility. Assists other workers to restrain and treat animals. Cleans and disinfects animal feeding utensils and pen areas. Maintains stock of cleaning materials and other items used. May be required to operate a motor vehicle to transport supplies. Mows grass and cleans yard of animal litter. Clears drains in runs. Empties garbage.
What you need to qualify
Resumes must be two pages (or less). Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicant's relevant experience, skills, knowledge and abilities as they pertain to this position. A qualified candidate must possess the following: 1. Be physically able to lift and carry heavy items weighing over 70 pounds. 2. Stand and walk for long periods of time. 3. Be able to follow complex written instructions. 4. Be able to maintain animal care records. Skills and Knowledge: Ability to recognize obvious changes to the normal appearance and activities of animals. Ability to handle animals and clean work areas. Qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies: knowledge, skills, abilities, additional screening criteria and other characteristics.
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