Animal Caretaker

About the Role

This position is responsible for the daily care of company owned chickens and the maintenance of chicken housing and related equipment.

Minimum Qualifications

Experience in animal handling and husbandry. Ability to follow detailed directions accurately and complete tasks effectively. Basic knowledge of animal behavior and health indicators. Physical ability to perform hands-on care including trimming and habitat maintenance. Understanding of water quality management relevant to animal habitats.

Preferred Qualifications

Certification or training in animal care or veterinary assistance. Experience working in a wholesale trade or similar commercial environment involving animals. Familiarity with specialized grooming techniques and advanced animal behavior assessment. Knowledge of regulatory standards related to animal welfare in commercial settings.

Strong observational and documentation skills for monitoring animal health.

Responsibilities

Provide daily care to animals including feeding, grooming, and monitoring their health and behavior. Perform routine trimming and maintenance to ensure animals are clean and well-groomed. Maintain and monitor water quality and habitat conditions to ensure a safe and healthy environment. Observe and document animal behavior and report any abnormalities or health concerns to supervisors.

Follow detailed instructions and protocols to complete tasks efficiently and maintain compliance with animal welfare standards. Skills: The required skills such as animal handling and husbandry are essential for providing daily care and ensuring the animals' physical and emotional well-being. Trimming and grooming skills are applied regularly to maintain the animals' hygiene and appearance, which is critical in a wholesale trade setting.

Understanding animal behavior allows the caretaker to detect early signs of stress or illness, enabling timely intervention. The ability to follow directions and complete tasks effectively ensures that all care routines and safety protocols are consistently met. Additionally, knowledge of water quality management is used to maintain healthy living environments, which directly impacts the animals' health and the overall success of the operation.