Animal Caretaker I

We are looking for talented professionals to be a part of a dynamic team. We place a focus on professionalism, kindness, integrity, and a high level of confidentiality, with the goal to deliver best in class service while providing a positive working experience for its staff. Job Summary : The Animal Caretaker is responsible for the domesticated animals on a private estate.

As directed by the Manager, Land Operations, the Animal Caretaker will perform all aspects of care for the Farm, including but not limited to feeding, watering, grooming and cleaning the animals, maintaining the Farm area in a clean and sanitary condition, coordinating veterinary treatments and other animal services as needed, and working with the Owners and/or their guests during visits to the Farm.

Responsibilities

Feeding, watering and general care of the animals (50%) Cleaning, organization and sanitation of the Farm area and facilities (30%) Facilitating Owner/guest visits to the Farm (10%) Coordinating veterinarian services and/or outside vendors (5%) Managing supply inventories and communicating purchase needs to Supervisor (5%)

e. e. teaching children proper handling techniques) Takes phone calls and schedules appointments Oversees the ordering of supplies needed for operation; makes recommendations to the Supervisor Builds and maintains positive working relationships with coworkers Provides first aid to wounded animals Administers vaccinations and medications to animals, as directed by the Veterinarian Maintenance of grounds in and around farm Assist with veterinary care, administering medication.

QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to work with animals and to remain calm in strenuous circumstances. Excellent problem-solving skills Ability to follow instructions. Excellent time management skills.

Must be able to work independently, make common sense decisions in potentially critical situations. PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING CONDITIONS Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds at a time. Must be able to work outdoors, with frequent exposure to extreme hot temperatures, wet/rainy, windy conditions for one hour plus.

Physical abilities include lifting/carrying up to 50 lbs. multiple times per shift, pushing, pulling, stooping/crouching, reaching/handling, balancing, sitting, standing, walking, climbing off and on equipment, squatting/kneeling, grasping. COMPETENCIES Communication: Communicates clearly and concisely, both written and verbal.

Able to communicate insights and understanding of issues or problems in a skillful way. Communicates important information to coworkers, supervisors, and managers. Trustworthiness and integrity , always acting in the best interests of the owner Ability to work independently and in a team setting.

Critical Thinking: Asks the right questions to obtain the information needed to size up a situation properly. Anticipates and responds to problems quickly. Finds ways to get projects accomplished efficiently.

Positively impacts the team by managing time effectively.