Animal Attendant

KCM Hope Farms, located in Keene, are seeking a dedicated, diligent, and detail-oriented Animal Care Attendant to join our team for our day care shift team.

KCM Hope Farms, is seeking a FULL TIME, Day Care Shift Team member to join their team.

Job Description:

This role involves caring for a wide variety of animals, including dogs, cats, horses, goats, pigs, chickens, ducks, and geese.

The day shift attendants conducts routine checks, cleaning, and ensuring all animals are safe, comfortable, and secure. The health and well-being of our animals are our top priority, so previous hands-on animal care experience is required*.

Responsibilities

• Provide evening care for domestic and farm animals, including feeding, watering, cleaning, and enrichment
• Facilitate grooming and administer oral or topical medications as directed
• Follow established protocols for animal handling, feeding, and sanitation
• Monitor animal behavior and health; promptly report any abnormalities or concerns to the supervisor
• Maintain accurate records of animal observations, feedings, and treatments
• Assist with handling and restraint of animals during procedures or examinations
• Perform feeding and closing routines for kennels, barns, and pastures
• Ensure all animal areas are clean, organized, and secure before the end of shift
• Adhere to all safety and biosecurity guidelines to protect both animals and staff

Additional Animal Care Skills

Knowledge of—or willingness to learn—the following is an asset:

• Cold hosing and basic wound care
• Application of poultices and bandages
• Foot soaking and basic first aid for farm animals

Qualifications:

Requirements:

• Previous experience working with animals (domestic and/or farm animals)
• Diligent, detail-oriented, and self-motivated
• Able to follow directions and take initiative when needed
• Excellent communication skills and a strong work ethic
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Reliable transportation
• Ability to follow established care protocols and safety procedures

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 lbs
• Comfortable working outdoors and in various weather conditions
• Capable of performing physical tasks such as cleaning stalls, pens, and kennels

Additional Information:

Schedule

• Up to 40 hours per week
• Weekend and holiday availability may be required

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Keene, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Animal welfare: 1 year (required)

Language:

• English (required)

Work Location: In person

How to Apply Here:

Interested candidates are invited to apply by submitting their resume directly to: [email protected]

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