Facility
Phoenix Zoo
Closing Date
[jobclosingdate]
Description
The Arizona Zoological Society, doing business as the Phoenix Zoo, is seeking a temporary Equine Driver for our horses throughout the ZooLights season. This person will be responsible for the safe operation of the wagon/carriage ride venue of ZooLights. Equine Keepers also perform routine animal husbandry, monitor diets and consumption, observe and report animal behavior, perform behavioral enrichment and animal training, and provide positive guest experiences.
The Phoenix Zoo was born of a spirit of community and the efforts of small group of dedicated volunteers, and carefully nurtured through the support of millions. We have enjoyed a truly remarkable first 50+ years. Come be a part of our next 50 years and inspire millions more, connecting guests with the natural world in new and fascinating ways. Our wagon ride experience takes guests on a non-pedestrian pathway of ZooLights exclusive only to carriage and wagon riders, it’s a great experience for our horses as well as our guests.
Education and Pre-requisites
Minimum requirements include a High School diploma 1 year experience in work relevant to farm animals, equine husbandry or training, or wagon team/single horse driving experience. This position also calls for the flexibility to work weekends, holidays, evenings and nights.
Compensation and benefits
Not specified.
Application instructions
To view a more complete description and list of requirements and to apply for this position please visit the Phoenix Zoo job page at:
Résumés are not accepted for any Zoo position without an accompanying application. While postings may remain on outside sites for longer, once a job is removed from The Phoenix Zoo job page it is closed and we will no longer accept applications.
The Phoenix Zoo is an EEOE/ADA employer.