Description:
Prepare food for the animals; includes chopping vegetables, fruits, fish and other items as well as portioning out items such as rabbit chow, etc.
Clean and disinfect cages, crates, and animal areas.
Handle certain animals when necessary, using appropriate methods as explained by staff.
Ensure that adequate inventory of food and supplies is maintained; restocking, and advising staff when low.
Wash dishes and utensils at end of the shift.
When
Duration:
Ongoing
Dates:
Apr 23, 2009 -
May 01, 2012
Time of Day:
Morning
Week Day(s):
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Hours Needed:
4
(per session)
Time Details:
Generally, shifts are from 9am to 1pm. Other morning shift times can be arranged, for example, 8am - Noon.
At least 18 years of age.
Strong interest in wildlife or natural history.
Previous animal handling experience desired, with wild animal experience referred.
Willing to work in old clothes and to get dirty at times.
Desired qualification, but not required: Pre-exposure rabies shots
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