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Zookeeper I (Full time) RainForest Adventures Sevierville, TN Job Details Full-time $18 - $20 an hour 3 days ago Benefits Paid parental leave Health insurance Paid time off Parental leave Employee discount Flexible schedule Bereavement leave Paid sick time Qualifications Customer communication Teamwork Guest relations Outdoor work experience In-person customer service High school diploma or GED Driver's License Attention to detail Meal preparation Food preparation Full Job Description Job Summary Rainforest Adventures Discovery Zoo has a full-time position open in the Animal Care department for a motivated zookeeper with experience in captive care of wildlife. This position plays an important role in both our education and conservation missions, helping facilitate meaningful connections between visitors and wildlife. In this role, you'll assist with animal interactions, educational demonstrations, and keeper duties to create memorable experiences for visitors. Your enthusiasm and guest service skills will help foster a safe, fun, and informative environment that inspires curiosity and respect for wildlife. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to contribute to animal education while gaining hands-on experience.

Key Responsibilities :

Provide overall daily care of assigned animals and exhibits to ensure animal health, safety, and well being along with staff and public safety. Observe and monitor animals' general health and behavior, reporting any abnormal behavior to a supervisory staff member. Prepare and provide diets and enrichment, to include following written instructions to ensure proper nutrition and health. Clean animal exhibits, holding pens, food prep areas, and equipment, to maintain a high level of sanitation. Achieve high standards of animal welfare and wellness by providing environmental enrichment and training sessions, using operant conditioning as applicable. Assist with animal interactions, educational demonstrations, and keeper duties to create memorable experiences for visitors. Follow all safety protocols, including participation in practice drills and emergency preparedness training.

Communication:

Maintain animal records to ensure proper daily documentation. Ability to collaborate with other zoo personnel to maintain clear and open communication for zoo-wide initiatives. Be able to take part in training seasonal interns within the department as needed. Engage the public through educational programs and impromptu animal talks to promote wildlife conservation and environmental awareness.

Benefits:

80 hours PTO Paid maternity/paternity leave, bereavement leave Flexible work schedules Paid primary telehealth care Healthcare options Bonus pay twice annually Meaningful work to keep you engaged and your career moving forward.

Position Requirements:

High school diploma (or equivalent) and 2 years work experience OR 4-year college degree and 2 years work experience (zoo field/non-domestic experience preferred) Strong knowledge of animal husbandry and a dedication to wildlife conservation 2 years of experience working with mammals and/or reptiles (preferred, not required) Able to maintain a clean, professional appearance and adhere to uniform requirements. Able to see color, stand, stoop, crawl, climb, reach and occasionally lift 40 lbs. Ability to work in both indoor and outdoor environments. Strong public speaking and communication skills; comfortable engaging with guests in small group settings Demonstrated reliability, teamwork, and attention to detail Valid driver's license Ability to pass a background check

Pay:

$18.00 - $20.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid sick time Paid time off

Work Location:

In person