Zoo Caretaker/Laborer

City of Attleboro

External Posting (02/22/2024)

Zoo Caretaker/Laborer

Park and Forestry Department

Salary Range: $23.08 - $27.74/hour

The City of Attleboro seeks to fill the position ofZoo Caretaker/Laborerin the Park and Forestry Department which is responsible for the daily care, observation, and maintenance of zoo animals, exhibits, grounds and facilities.

Under the supervision of animal care management, performs a variety of duties involving the care, observation and maintenance of the animal collection, and the facilities. Duties include but are not limited to the following: Prepares food and conducts feeding and watering of zoo animals and plants. Transfers animals to and from enclosures. Catches, crates and restrains animals for transport or veterinary care. Responsible for total cleaning and disinfecting of animals’ enclosures. Participates in the zoo’s Behavioral Husbandry and Animal Wellbeing Program - plans and provides enrichment, utilizes operant conditioning to train the animal collection and performs welfare assessments for assigned animals. Keeps accurate daily records and fills out reports. Cross trains and rotates within different areas of the zoo and will work with a variety of species and animals. Under the guidance of the Veterinarian, observes cares for ill and newborn animals. Answers inquiries and provides information to the public. Maintains buildings, exhibits and adjoining grounds. Participates in snow removal. Performs semi-skilled or skilled exhibit repairs. Performs related duties as required.

Associates degree in biology or within the animal science field. Minimum of one year of animal care experience, or any equivalent combination of training and experience. Must be able to lift 50 pounds. Must have negative result on recent TB test. Valid state driver’s license. Ability to handle firearms preferred but not required, including shotguns and tranquilizer equipment. This is a 40 hour per week position, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

If interested, please submit an application, resume and cover letter to the City Personnel Office, 77 Park St., Attleboro, MA 02703 or no later than March 7, 2024.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.08 - $27.74 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Attleboro, MA 02703: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person