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Part-time Custodian/Security

THE BC WILDLIFE PARK HAS ONE POSITION AVAILABLE FOR A

PART-TIME CUSTODIAN/SECURITY PERSON TO ASSIST THE FACILITIES DEPARTMENT.

THIS POSITION WILL REPORT TO THE FACILITIES SUPERVISOR

POSITION WILL INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING

• Maintain the cleanliness the BCWP Discovery Center, Conservation Center, and common area of the Wildlife Health Centre to a high standard (ie mop floors, clean windows, washrooms, dusting etc…)
• Maintain the cleanliness of outside washrooms
• Report any safety issues and building repairs needed to Supervisors
• Supply written and /or verbal report of any custodial issues
• Securing and checking all BC Wildlife Park buildings with periodic checks throughout the night
• Respond to any Security alarm calls to inspect, secure and re-arm building.
• Call RCMP or Supervisor for assistance if required.
• Supply written and /or verbal report of any security issues
• Complete tasks as assigned by Supervisors
  
  

           Detailed Job Description

POSITION START DATE:  ASAP

RATE OF PAY AND BENEFITS: $13.35 per hour plus 11% in lieu of benefits

 (Position is a union position: CUPE Local 900)

WORK SCHEDULE

Part time: Up to 40 hours/week and will be required to work evenings, weekends & holidays with a maximum of 1370 hrs per year.

FURTHER CRITERIA FOR APPLICANT

• Valid BC Driver’s License
• Must have reliable transportation
• Minimum 3 years experience in custodial field
• Completion of Criminal Record Check
• Bondable
• WHMIS training

 

 

CONTACT:

Email Resume to [email protected] or Fax: 250-573 - 2406

Attn: Jorrit Koedooder, Facilities Supervisor

 

 The BC Wildlife Park is currently looking for a

 Contract or Part time Veterinarian

The British Columbia Wildlife Park is currently looking for a Contract or Part-time Veterinarian for up to 2 days per week. The BCWP is a CAZA (Canadian Association of Zoos and Aquariums) accredited Intuition that is home to native BC wildlife and some exotic animals, and focused on education and conservation.

This is a skilled position involving the professional care of captive native species of BC and some wildlife bought to our Rehabilitation Centre that are either injured or orphaned.

The primary duty will be the immediate and ongoing health needs of the park resident animals including record keeping, regular health checks, preventive medicine and regular health and welfare maintenance. Duties will also include animal husbandry, medical treatments, Diet formulation, housing and microclimate development.

POSITION START DATE:  TBD

RATE OF PAY AND BENEFITS: TBD

WORK SCHEDULE

Up to two Days per week and may be require some after hours care

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & CRITERIA FOR APPLICANT:

• A valid Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, enabling practice in Canada
• Strong leadership skills combined with a positive team player attitude
• 2 years experience with wildlife.
• 2 years experience in an emergency veterinary clinic setting
• A genuine interest in techniques to enrich the lives of zoo animals
• A philosophy of conservation and education
• Must be familiar with the technical aspects of domestic and wildlife animal health including knowledge of the immobilization, medical treatment, reproductive habits, physiology, nutrition, pathology and parasitism of mammals, birds and reptiles.
• A willingness to obtain a Fire Arms Possession and Acquisition Certificate
• Must provide a Criminal Records Check
• Must have reliable transportation and valid class 5 driver’s license

 

For complete details please contact Glenn Grant at [email protected] or call 250-819-0928.

Applicants must be Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents.

Please include a cover letter and 3 references along with your resume.

Resumes may be kept on file for future postings.

CONTACT:

Email Resume to [email protected]  or Fax: 250-573-2406

Attn: Glenn Grant, Executive Director & General Manager