Primate Caregiver
Center for Great Apes - Wauchula, Florida
Posted: 01/27/2010
Application Deadline: 03/23/2010
Description
Full-time primate caregiver will provide daily care for sanctuary chimpanzees and orangutans.
Responsibilities
Requirements
Primate Caregiver applicants must have at least two [2] years experience with primates, and an associates or bachelor’s degree. Preference will be given to candidates with previous great ape experience.
A positive attitude, excellent teamwork and communication skills as well as a solid commitment to the sanctuary’s mission are required.
All caregiver applicants must be available any of the seven days of the week, including holidays. Applicants should be in good health, be able to lift 40 lbs, and be able to work outside in heat and humidity year-round.
Compensation
$10-14/hr; housing may also be available