animal care worker (except farm)

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

Experience an asset

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Kennel
• Pet grooming shop
• Daycare

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Document animal behaviour
• Monitor animal behaviour
• 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
• Maintain and order supplies
• Maintain supplies
• Keep records of the quantities of food used
• Handling animals

Experience and specialization

Type of pets groomed

• All breeds of dogs

Animal specialization

• Domestic animals/pets (cats, kittens, puppies, dogs, etc.)

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Handling heavy loads
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Standing for extended periods
• Walking

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal suitability

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

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan

Financial benefits

• Gratuities
• Group insurance benefits

Employment groups

This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:

Support for newcomers and refugees

• Supports newcomers and/or refugees with foreign credential recognition

Support for youths

• Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth

Support for Indigenous people

• Develops and maintains relationships with indigenous communities, indigenous-owned businesses and organizations

Employment groups - Help

Membership in a group is not a job requirement. All interested applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.

This employer is committed to providing all job applicants with equal employment opportunities, and promoting inclusion. If you self-identify as a member of any employment group, you are encouraged to indicate it in your application.

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