Animal Caretaker

HILLANDALE GETTYSBURG LLC • West Union, IA

19h

About The Position

This position is responsible for the daily care of company-owned chickens and the maintenance of chicken housing and related equipment. The caretaker provides feeding, grooming, trimming, and health and behavior monitoring, while maintaining suitable water quality and habitat conditions. The role requires following detailed instructions and protocols and reporting animal health concerns to supervisors.

Requirements

• 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.

Nice To Haves

• 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 keep animals clean and well-groomed.
• Maintain and monitor water quality and habitat conditions to provide a safe, healthy environment.
• Observe and document animal behavior and report abnormalities or health concerns to supervisors.
• Follow detailed instructions and protocols to complete tasks efficiently and comply with animal welfare standards.
• Maintain chicken housing and related equipment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed