Full-Time Animal Keeper

Erie ZooFull-Time Animal KeeperThe Erie Zoo is looking for two hardworking, self-motivated, and experienced animal care team members to join our team of Animal Keepers. Our zoological park is composed of 15 acres and is home to over 400 animals and thousands of botanical specimens. The Erie Zoo participates in multiple SSPs and SAFE programs and is actively investing in multiple capital projects over the next five years, including a new state-of-the-art veterinary center.The ideal candidates will be professional, have top-notch communication skills, and excellent attention to detail. Successful candidates will take pride in their work and in all the animals under their care. Our Keepers work independently and occasionally as part of a small team as needed.Each position will be responsible for carrying out all aspects of daily animal husbandry for a variety of species including small carnivores, reptiles, birds, large hoof stock, and small primates. The specific assigned area will be determined based on the needs of the zoo and on the species/animal experience of the candidates.For these positions, we strongly prefer experience with reptiles, primates, and small carnivoresPhysical requirements include frequent standing and walking, frequent lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds, reaching, bending, kneeling, twisting, and climbing. The work environment is indoors & outdoors and includes working in inclement weather at times. Operation of a variety of equipment, vehicles, and power tools is required. All successful candidates must pass a pre-employment background check, drug screening, physical, and annual TB test.Applicants must be able to work weekdays, weekends, holidays, and some overtime as needed. A college degree in biological science is preferred but not required. A minimum of two years' paid experience in a zoo setting is required. Please note that both daytime shift and evening shift availability are requiredCompensation and Benefits* Starting rate of $12.00-$14.50 per hour (range may be adjusted based on prior experience)* 401K with 6% employer match after one year* Health, Dental and Vision insurance (affordable employee contributions)* Life Insurance (company paid)* STD/LTD/AD&D (company paid)* Employee Assistance Program (company paid)* Full PTO at 1 year of service* Zoo Gift shop discount of 40%* Concessions discount* Free zoo membership* Discounts on zoo events* Free YMCA individual membershipThe Erie Zoo is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consider for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression or any other characteristic protected under Federal or State law.How to ApplyIf you are interested, please email your resume to jsalandra@eriezoo.org and include FT Keeper in the subject line.Erie ZooErie, PAVisit our website