Looking for a few good handlers

We are currently looking for a few awesome people to come and join our team.

The job description is below. If you know anyone that would fit the bill have them send in a resume to info@creaturequest.ca.

Have a super day!

Yolanta



Job Title: Assistant Animal Handler
Status: Part-time, on-call


Program Description:
Creature Quest Inc. is an animal education company founded on the principal that the living world and its inhabitants are important and that learning should be fun and interactive. The utilization of over 50 species of animals helps us not only demonstrate many biological concepts but provides guests with the opportunity to meet and handle animals they may have never even seen before. We hope that these up close encounters will inspire participants to help conserve the natural world and to choose future pets responsibly.


Job Description:
An Assistant Animal Handler is wanted to help the Lead Animal Handler in presentations using exotic and domesticated animals. These presentations are held primarily for children in birthday parties, schools, camps, day cares, and are interactive and hands-on in nature. Assistant Animal Handlers are positive role models for children and other guests.


Responsibilities
· Pick up animals and drive to shows in various areas in southern Ontario
· Load/unload animals from vehicle and set up/take down the show
· Assist the Lead Animal Handler throughout the show
· Supervise interaction between animals and participants and ensure safe handling of animals
· Supervise distribution of promotion materials, and handouts
· Answer participant questions accurately in a timely, age appropriate and respectful manner
· Dispense correct information on the animals, including native animals, to participants
· Other tasks as assigned by company owners


Qualifications:
We are looking for enthusiastic, friendly, well groomed applicants. Applicant must have a valid Ontario drivers’ licence and have access to a reliable vehicle with air conditioning and heating. The applicant must be willing to work on call, evenings and weekends. Successful applicants will have excellent public speaking skills and be fluent in English. Previous experience working with children and the general public preferred. The ability or willingness to work safely with and handle a large array of exotic animals including but not exclusively scorpions, tarantulas, snakes and lizards is required. Training and animal study guide will be provided. Previous knowledge of exotic animal care and natural history as well as knowledge of native species preferred. An up-to-date CPR and First Aid certificate or willingness to receive training is required. Candidates must be to lift and carry up to 50 lbs and work sitting on the floor.

Additional Requirements:
Successful applicants are required to submit a clear Criminal Records check prior to contract signing


How To Apply
Please submit resumes to: info@creaturequest.ca
No phone calls please

We thank all candidates in advance, however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.