Overview
Languages
English
Education
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Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience
2 years to less than 3 years
Responsibilities
Tasks
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Bathe and shampoo animals
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Clip animal coat
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Document animal behaviour
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Monitor animal behaviour
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Style animal coat
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Clean and disinfect cages, pens, aquariums, kennels, runs, stall and enclosures
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Conduct anals glands treatment
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Keep records of animals treated
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Clean animal ears
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Clip animal nails
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Perform dental cleaning on domestic animals
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Care for pets
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Perform animal grooming activities
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
Experience and specialization
Type of pets groomed
Animal specialization
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Domestic animals/pets (cats, kittens, puppies, dogs, etc.)
Additional information
Security and safety
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Driving record check (abstract)
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Criminal record check
Transportation/travel information
Work conditions and physical capabilities
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Attention to detail
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Physically demanding
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Handling heavy loads
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Bending, crouching, kneeling
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Fast-paced environment
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Standing for extended periods
Weight handling
Personal suitability
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Client focus
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Efficient interpersonal skills
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Excellent oral communication
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Team player
This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:
Support for newcomers and refugees
- Recruits newcomers and/or refugees who were displaced by a conflict or a natural disaster (for example: Ukraine, Afghanistan, etc.)
Support for mature workers
- Applies hiring policies that discourage age discrimination
Who can apply to this job?
The employer accepts applications from:
- Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary residents of Canada.
- Other candidates with or without a valid Canadian work permit.