Animal care worker (except farm)

NS SPCA in Dartmouth, NS is inviting applications for the position of Animal care worker (except farm). We are looking for a candidate with strong interpersonal skills to start as soon as possible. This is a Term or contractFull time position. Work schedule: Morning, Day, Evening, Weekend.

Job Description

• The candidate must document animal behaviour accurately.
• The candidate must monitor and evaluate animal behaviour.
• The candidate must prepare food and feed animals.
• The candidate must clean and disinfect cages, pens, aquariums, kennels, runs, stalls, and enclosures.
• The candidate must keep records of animals treated.
• The candidate must clip animal nails.

Job Requirements

• The candidate must be fluent in English.
• The candidate must have a certificate of Secondary (high) school graduation.
• The candidate must perform physically demanding tasks as part of their daily work.
• The candidate must be willing to work long hours in bending, crouching, and kneeling positions.
• The candidate should be able to work effectively in a fast-paced and busy environment.
• The candidate must be willing to work in a standing position for extended periods.

Work Site Environment

• The candidate will be required to work long hours in an outdoor environment.
• The work site environment is noisy, and the candidate must be able to work with complete concentration even in such conditions.

Work Setting

• The candidate must work in an animal shelter to care for animals, maintain facilities, and support adoption services.

Additional Information

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• The candidate must perform physically demanding tasks as part of their daily work.
• The candidate must be willing to work long hours in bending, crouching, and kneeling positions.
• The candidate should be able to work effectively in a fast-paced and busy environment.
• The candidate must be willing to work in a standing position for extended periods.

How to apply

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