POSITION SUMMARY

At Wild Adventures it is our goal to bring families closer together and to create memories worth repeating. Our Core Values – greatly exceeding guest expectations, serving others, creating emotional connections, constantly improving – give us purpose and guidance. The position requires a dedicated individual who will take direction from the curator, area supervisor, Senior Biologist and/or Director Zoological Operations in carrying out all exhibit operations of the assigned animal collection, as well as other related projects and programs. This includes all aspects of animal husbandry, exhibit maintenance and holding area management. This position will participate in and assist with the development of the animal training program, which will consist of behavioral demonstrations presented to the public on a scheduled basis by the trainers. Responsibilities will also include maintaining organized written records pertaining to animal health, feeding, and behavioral observations.

**RELOCATION FOR THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Feed and water animals according to schedules and feeding instructions
• Clean, organize, maintain, and disinfect animal quarters, such as night houses, exhibits, and stables, and equipment, such as shovels, rakes, and wheelbarrows as needed ensuring compliance with Wild Adventure and USDA standards as a minimum
• Respond to questions from patrons, and provide information about animals, such as behavior, habitat, breeding habits, or facility activities
• Order, unload, and store feed and supplies
• Collect and record animal information such as weight, size, physical condition, treatments received, medications given, and food intake
• Observe and caution children petting and feeding animals in designated areas to ensure the safety of humans and animals
• Install, maintain, and repair animal care facility equipment such as infrared lights, feeding devices, and cages
• Contribute to the care and well-being of zoo animals. Working with supervisors, curators and zoo directors to determine the best way to house animals, identify exhibit or containment concerns, maintain their habitats and manage facilities

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Position requires outdoor work in all weather conditions and in presence of dust and odors. Team Members are susceptible to the exposure of various chemicals, bodily fluids and blood borne pathogens, prolonged exposure to sunlight

BEYOND PAYDAY PERKS:

• FREE Season Admission to Wild Adventures For You and One Guest
• Complimentary Tickets To Give To Others
• Exclusive Team Member Events
• Park Wide Discounts
• Internal Promotions / Career Development Opportunities
• Team Member Recognition and Prizes
• Wholesome, family-oriented work environment

BENEFITS:  Health Benefits, Paid-Time Off, Life Insurance, and other benefits available on day-one of employment; 401k offered after waiting period.

WILD ADVENTURES IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER; REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS MAY BE MADE TO ENABLE QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES TO PERFORM THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS.

Required Skills

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this position. O (Occasionally) Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day) F (Frequently) Position requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day) C (Constantly) Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)

+--------------------------------------+--------------------------------------+ |   |   | +--------------------------------------+--------------------------------------+ | Physical Demands | Lift/Carry | +--------------------------------------+--------------------------------------+ | ---------------------- --- | +----------------------------------- | | Stand C | ------------------------------------ | | Walk C | ---+ | | Sit O | | ---------------- --- | | Manually Manipulate C | | | Reach Outward F | | | | Reach Above Shoulder O | | 10 lbs or less C | | Climb O | | | Crawl O | | | | Squat or Kneel C | | 11-20 lbs C | | Bend C | | | ---------------------- --- | | | | | | 21-50 lbs C | | | | | | | | | | | 51-100 lbs F | | | | | | | | | | | Over 100 lbs N | | | | | | | | | | | ---------------- --- | | | | | | | | | | +----------------------------------- | | | ------------------------------------ | | | ---+ | | | | Push/Pull | | | | | | | | | | +----------------------------------- | | | ------------------------------------ | | | ---+ | | | | ---------------- --- | | | | | | | | | | | 12 lbs or less C | | | | | | | | | | | 13-25 lbs C | | | | | | | | | | | 26-40 lbs F | | | | | | | | | | | 41-100 lbs O | | | | | | | | | | | ---------------- --- | | | | | | | | | | +----------------------------------- | | | ------------------------------------ | | | ---+ | +--------------------------------------+--------------------------------------+

+--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | Other Physical Requirements | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | --- ------------------------------------------------------------------ | | ----------------------------------------- | |   Vision (Near, Distance, Color, Peripheral, Depth) | |   Sense of Sound - must hear at long range | |   Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) - googles, dus | | k musk, face shields, ear plugs, gloves | | --- ------------------------------------------------------------------ | | ----------------------------------------- | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+

Required Experience

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:  A minimum of 2 years of college experience in Biology or related field preferred and/or 2 or more years of exotic animal experience within Zoo or related facility and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

COMPUTER SKILLS: Competency in basic computer applications, including Microsoft Office

CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES:  Must have valid GA driver license or ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: 

• Position requires Team Member to be at least 18 years of age, and be able to read, write, and speak English.
• Must be available to work days, evenings, weekdays, weekends and holidays as needed
• Must be proactive in continuously seeking and developing ways to be more effective
• Must have and maintain a valid Driver’s License and insurance
• Must have reliable transportation

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this position. O (Occasionally) Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day) F (Frequently) Position requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day) C (Constantly) Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)

+--------------------------------------+--------------------------------------+ |   |   | +--------------------------------------+--------------------------------------+ | Physical Demands | Lift/Carry | +--------------------------------------+--------------------------------------+ | ---------------------- --- | +----------------------------------- | | Stand C | ------------------------------------ | | Walk C | ---+ | | Sit O | | ---------------- --- | | Manually Manipulate C | | | Reach Outward F | | | | Reach Above Shoulder O | | 10 lbs or less C | | Climb O | | | Crawl O | | | | Squat or Kneel C | | 11-20 lbs C | | Bend C | | | ---------------------- --- | | | | | | 21-50 lbs C | | | | | | | | | | | 51-100 lbs F | | | | | | | | | | | Over 100 lbs N | | | | | | | | | | | ---------------- --- | | | | | | | | | | +----------------------------------- | | | ------------------------------------ | | | ---+ | | | | Push/Pull | | | | | | | | | | +----------------------------------- | | | ------------------------------------ | | | ---+ | | | | ---------------- --- | | | | | | | | | | | 12 lbs or less C | | | | | | | | | | | 13-25 lbs C | | | | | | | | | | | 26-40 lbs F | | | | | | | | | | | 41-100 lbs O | | | | | | | | | | | ---------------- --- | | | | | | | | | | +----------------------------------- | | | ------------------------------------ | | | ---+ | +--------------------------------------+--------------------------------------+

+--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | Other Physical Requirements | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | --- ------------------------------------------------------------------ | | ----------------------------------------- | |   Vision (Near, Distance, Color, Peripheral, Depth) | |   Sense of Sound - must hear at long range | |   Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) - googles, dus | | k musk, face shields, ear plugs, gloves | | --- ------------------------------------------------------------------ | | ----------------------------------------- | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+