Animal Care Specialist 2-Land Animals- $24.00/HR -$26.00/HR

Company: Six Flags Discovery Kingdom
Location: Vallejo
Posted on: April 4, 2025

Job Description:

Essential Job Duties:

• 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 guests 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. Minimum 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 drivers license.

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