Six Flags Discovery Kingdom · Nationwide / location varies · full-time · posted today
Land Animal Care Specialist 2 Discovery Theater $24.00/HR Vallejo, California Overview: Responsible for the feeding, cleaning, maintenance and training of the Discovery Theater collection. The Discovery Theater collection includes giraffes, wolves, and a variety of smaller ambassador animals – parrots, birds of prey, serval, porcupine, and more. Responsibilities: • Feed, clean and daily husbandry of animals in Animal Care. • Give medication to animals as directed by Supervisor. • Record daily entries into logbook concerning animal care and behaviors. • Perform in Discovery Theater shows and act as backup during shows. • Walk assigned animals around park ensuring animal and Guest safety. • Handle animals in and out of the park as needed. • Perform regularly in front of the public, demonstrating various animal behaviors. • Assist Apprentice Trainers and Handlers with proper protocol. • Answer Guest’s questions concerning animal care, diet, etc. and other general park information in a polite courteous and informative manner. • Learn all essential commands and related behaviors. • Follow all department and park policies. • Assist other trainers as needed. • Maintain equipment and enclosures as needed. • Animals in collection consist of felines, domestic animals, small exotics, large hoof stock, and birds. • Other duties as assigned. Qualifications: • Previous experience as an Apprentice Trainer in Animal Care with Supervisors approval and/or minimum two years previous experience • Must be in excellent physical condition and possess the mental capacities to perform the essential job duties. Must be able to lift equipment up to 50 lbs • Must possess the physical dexterity to hold and maneuver equipment • Must be able to walk and move quickly between different areas • Must not be afraid of heights • Good public speaking ability • Must be able to work outdoors in all types of weather • Must possess the physical and mental abilities to work with very large strong animals • Must be available to work weekends and holidays • Must possess a valid driver’s license
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