Job Openings
Job Title: Assistant Animal Handler
Status: Part-time, on-call
Compensation: $10/hr
Hours: 0-30 per week
Application Deadline: open until filled
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, daycares, 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, mostly 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 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.
Job Title: Assistant Animal Handler
Status: Part-time, on-call
Compensation: $10/hr
Hours: 0-30 per week
Application Deadline: open until filled
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, daycares, 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, mostly 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 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.
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