Animal Care & Research Assistant – Fergus (located on 5 km’s outside of town)
Posted:
April 1, 2022
Remove:
May 1, 2022
Job Title:
Animal Care & Research Assistant
Company Description:
Our newly renovated facility boasts some of the most progressive animal housing and welfare standards for animal research worldwide. Full-time, permanent positions available. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who loves animals (cats and dogs) and thrives in a fast-paced, team environment.
Number of Positions:
5
Job Type:
Full Time
Close to Public Transit:
No
Start Date:
ASAP
Days:
Day time between the hours of 8am – 4:30pm, every other weekend required
Compensation:
$16.80 plus eligibility after 1 month for a $.50 incentive bonus
Duties:
Responsibilities: • daily maintenance of animal housing • animal care • health monitoring • feeding • grooming • data collection & processing of samples • social enrichment (training, playing, etc.)
Skills:
Successful candidates will possess the following: • Experience with cats and dogs or a keen interest in gaining experience • Comfortable in a busy, noisy environment • Ability to work well as a team and to follow instructions unsupervised • Good attention to detail • Must be physically fit and comfortable working in an environment that requires lifting and cleaning • Must be willing to work some weekends and have access to reliable transportation
How to Apply:
Email cover letter & resume to: info@fergusjobs.ca or send to lstumpf@2ndchance.ca