Job Summary:
As a Caretaker at Wildlife Rescue & Rehabilitation, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the well-being and care of a diverse range of wildlife species. Your responsibilities will include daily feeding, enclosure maintenance, behavioral observations, and assisting with rescue and release operations.
Duties:
- Complete Animal Caretaking shifts at the Kendalia location, maintaining high standards of care.
- Ensure the health and well-being of all animals, reporting any abnormalities to the Vet Staff or Hospital Manager.
- Feed animals according to dietary guidelines and schedules.
- Maintain cleanliness in enclosures and cages at all times.
- Monitor animal health and report observations to the Vet Staff.
- Administer medications as directed by the treatment plan.
- Assist with facility maintenance, landscaping, repairs, and transportation of animals.
- Adhere to protocols for admitting animals and complete all necessary paperwork promptly.
- Represent WRR professionally to the public and maintain knowledge of WRR policies.
- Mentor volunteers & interns to uphold care standards.
Requirements:
- Education: Bachelor's degree preferred in Wildlife Biology, Zoology, or Biology.
- Experience: Two years in rehabilitation and animal care preferred, especially with native Texas wildlife species.
- Attendance: Regular attendance is essential.
- Vaccinations: Current Meningitis, Rabies pre-exposure (PrEP), and Tetanus vaccinations required.
- License: Valid Driver’s License with a good driving record; ability to lift 50 lbs.
- Technology: Proficiency in MS Office; Word, Excel; data entry skills.
If you are passionate about wildlife conservation and have experience in animal care, we invite you to join our dedicated team at Wildlife Rescue & Rehabilitation.
Wildlife Rescue & Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to wildlife protection and ethical relations with nature.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $16.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
- Paid training
Shift:
Work setting:
Ability to Commute:
- Kendalia, TX 78027 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Kendalia, TX 78027: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person