Animal Handler / Presenter

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Zoo To You is looking for a unique animal lover with an outgoing personality to join our Zoo Crew as an Animal Handler/Presenter for birthday parties, schools, daycares, and other live animal events.

The ideal candidate must:

· Be great with children.

· Have experience with some of the types of animals that Zoo To You works with (a full list is available at www.zootoyou.ca).

· Be open and comfortable working with ALL of the animals listed on our website.

Additional hands-on training will be provided.

About the Position:

· Part-time weekends during the school year (September-April).

· Full-time during the March Break.

· Full-time (including weekends) during the busy season (May–August).

· Overtime pay (time and a half) for hours exceeding 44 per week.

· Work day will always start 15 minutes west of Lindsay before heading out to various locations within a 200 km radius.

· You’ll bring a variety of animals to schools, daycares, summer camps, birthday parties, retirement homes, and other interactive live events.

· Must be comfortable handling, interacting with, and presenting each animal, sharing fun and unique facts in an engaging way for both children and adults.

· Must be confident presenting to groups of up to 25 people (group sizes may increase as you gain experience).

This position is ideal for a college or university student, as hours are part-time weekends from September-April during the school year, and increase to full-time from May-August.

Requirements:

· Valid G-class driver’s license (G2 not accepted).

· Clean driving record (license must be shown at the interview; driver’s abstract will be verified before training).

· Able to pass a vulnerable sector background check.

· Comfortable with all animals listed on our website. (www.zootoyou.ca)

Pay:

· Training hours: $17.60/hour

· Starting pay after training: $18.60/hour

Pay: From $18.60 per hour

Benefits:

• Company car
• On-site parking

Application question(s):

• What month/year did you obtain your full G licence?
• Why do you think you would be a good fit for this position? (candidate will not be considered without this written)
• Are you available to work both Saturdays and Sundays?

Licence/Certification:

• Class G Licence (required)

Work Location: In person