zoo attendant
Title posted on CareerBeacon - Wildlife Park Attendant (Maintenance) (Hiring Pool)
Posted on July 10, 2026 by Employer details Public Service Commission, Government of Nova Scotia
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Competition # : 49316 Department: Natural ResourcesLocation: SHUBENACADIEType of Employment: SeasonalUnion Status: NSGEU - NSPG Closing Date: 23-Jul-26 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)Hiring Pool InformationThis posting will be used to establish a Hiring Pool for Seasonal, Temporary and Casual employment opportunities.About UsNova Scotia is rich in natural resources ? including biodiversity, forests, provincial parks, and the land we manage. The Department of Natural Resources is responsible for the development, management, conservation and protection of forest, parks and wildlife resources, and the administration of the province's Crown land. Together we are working with Nova Scotians to build a better future through sustainable natural resource management as we all benefit from the natural health and wealth of the province.The Shubenacadie Wildlife Park is one of Nova Scotia's top tourist destinations and has attracted millions of visitors over the past 72 years. The 331-hectare park has enchanted Nova Scotians and visitors alike and provides a wide range of outdoor recreational and educational opportunities.About Our OpportunityDo you have the skills to care for captive wildlife, maintain park grounds, and perform a variety of unique tasks outdoors year-round? Well, then you have come to the right place! Our Wildlife Park Attendants (Maintenance) are primarily maintainers who take pride in:maintaining the facility's infrastructure of walkways, trails, waterways, animal enclosures and buildings with associated electrical, plumbing and sewer systems;mowing, whipper snipping, painting, carpentry, fencing, snow clearing, etckeeping the facility clean and safe by performing janitorial duties such as cleaning washrooms and garbage collection, andassisting park visitors by answering questions and providing park related information.Secondary duties may include assisting the animal care team with:feeding and caring for the captive wildlife,preparing diets,cleaning and disinfecting animal enclosures and their pools,conducting routine health checks, andany other tasks may be required.From this hiring pool there is one seasonal (summer season) and one casual (winter season) position available.As a Maintainer, you will work under the Maintenance Supervisor.Qualifications and ExperienceYou have completed high school or have an equivalent combination of training and experience. To be successful in this role, you should possess:Above average knowledge of carpentry, systems maintenance and be familiar with the roles of the tradesStrong interpersonal and communication skills; team playerThe willingness to work in adverse weather conditionsGood physical health, including the ability to perform heavy lifting (at least 25 kg) regularly and frequently. You should also be able to climb, crouch, walk, stand, shovel, rake, and perform general labour to meet the physical demands of the position.Good working knowledge of computers, especially email and data-entry.A valid Nova Scotia Class 5 driver's license (or equivalent)Criminal background checkThe following are considered assets:One year or more of carpentry experiencePrevious experience as maintainer at a zoo, wildlife park or similar Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, WHMISKnowledge of indigenous wildlife, habitat, and environmental issues Basic First Aid/CPR Certificate or betterWe will assess the above qualifications using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), physical assessment, and reference checks. EquivalencyApplicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.BenefitsBased on the employment status and union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability,- Location Shubenacadie, NS
- Work location On site
- Salary$15.00 to $25.50HOUR hourly
- Terms of employment Seasonal employmentFull time
- Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies 1 vacancy
- Source CareerBeacon #2234160
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