Animal Keeper - Night Hunters
Cincinnati Zoo | |
life insurance, paid time off, 401(k) | |
United States, Ohio, Cincinnati | |
3400 Vine Street (Show on map) | |
April 12, 2024 | |
Description: This is a full-time (40 hours per week with benefits) Union keeper position, which is subject to the successful completion of a probationary (or trial period) and the deduction of union dues. Regular off-days will be determined upon hire but will fall between Tuesday thru Thursday.
Summary: This position encompasses skilled professional and technical work in the routine daily care of assigned animals, enclosures, and related facilities in Night Hunters. Night Hunters offers a diverse collection of animals including Malayan tiger, cougar, snow leopards, various small carnivores as well as pottos, aardvark, vampire bats, Indian flying fox and three-banded armadillo. Duties may include related tasks and/or unrelated duties as assigned.
Duties include:
Qualifications:
***Equivalent combinations of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job will be considered***
Working Conditions: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; climb or balance and grasp objects. Some surfaces may be wet, sick and/or uneven. In addition, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions; Must be able to lift & move 50 pounds without mechanical assistance; possess a valid driver's license (and insurable to drive a Zoo vehicle).
Position Details: This is full-time, overtime-eligible, and eligible for the Zoo's benefit programs for Union employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including affordable medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k) plan with company match; flexible spending accounts; generous paid time off banks; company-paid disability & life insurance; park discounts and free passes.
Starting Pay Rate will range between $21.15 - $25.06/hour, depending upon experience and qualifications.
To apply for this position: Qualified applicants
must apply via our online application on our website at . Cover letter and resume should be attached to your online application.
We strive to be an organization that is diverse and reflects the fullness of society. With a strongly held value for an organizational culture characterized by inclusion and belonging, we are committed to equity in all we do. We are especially interested in candidates who can contribute to our organization's diversity and who want to walk alongside us in our commitment to inclusion and equity. We are a Queen City Certified/Ellequate Leader in Workplace Equity. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. |