Animal Attendant

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Prepare food and feed animals
• Clean and disinfect cages, pens, aquariums, kennels, runs, stall and enclosures
• Keep records of animals treated
• Maintain and order supplies
• Monitor and document animal behaviour
• Care for pets

Experience and specialization

Animal specialization

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

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Driver's abstract

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 45 kg (100 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Computer

Personal suitability

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