Job Description

Overview:

Responsible for the feeding, cleaning, maintenance and training of the Discovery Theater collection.

Responsibilities:

• Feed, clean and daily husbandry of animals in Animal Care.
• Give medication to animals as directed by Supervisor.
• Record daily entries into logbook concerning animal care and behaviors.
• Perform in Discovery Theater shows and act as backup during shows.
• Walk assigned animals around park ensuring animal and guest safety.
• Handle animals in and out of the park as needed.
• Perform regularly in front of the public, demonstrating various animal behaviors.
• Assist Apprentice Trainers and Handlers with proper protocol.
• Answer guest’s questions concerning animal care, diet, etc. and other general park information in a polite courteous and informative manner.
• Learn all essential commands and related behaviors.
• Follow all department and park policies.
• Assist other trainers as needed.
• Maintain equipment and enclosures as needed.
• Animals in collection consist of felines, domestic animals, small exotics, large hoof stock, and birds.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience as an Apprentice Trainer in Animal Care with Supervisors approval and/or minimum two years previous experience.
• Must be in excellent physical condition and possess the mental capacities to perform the essential job duties. Must be able to lift equipment up to 50 lbs.
• Must possess the physical dexterity to hold and maneuver equipment.
• Must be able to walk and move quickly between different areas.
• Must not be afraid of heights.
• Good public speaking ability.
• Must be able to work outdoors in all types of weather.
• Must possess the physical and mental abilities to work with very large strong animals.
• Must be available to work weekends and holidays.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.