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Wildlife Pick-up Driver

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This role is responsible for supporting he safe and timely transport and rescue of injured or orphaned wildlife to Calgary Wildlife. Responsibilities include transporting wildlife between veterinary clinics, members of the public, and Calgary Wildlife, assisting with basic wildlife rescues, collecting supplies and conducting basic facility maintenance and upkeep.

 

Key Responsibilities

Wildlife Transport and Rescue

• Pick-up wildlife from veterinary clinics and members of the public, as coordinated by the hotline team.

• Respond to and assist with basic urban wildlife rescues throughout Calgary and surrounding areas, as directed by the hotline or animal care team.

• Transport wildlife safely and appropriately to the facility or other designated locations.

• Pick up supplies and materials from vendors throughout Calgary and surround areas, as required.

• Follow policies and procedures for animal handling, transport, and care, and communicate any concerns about an animal's condition to the appropriate staff member.

• Communicate with members of the public in a friendly and patient manner when dealing with all wildlife pickups and rescues.

• Perform other duties as required.

 

Grounds and Facilities Maintenance

• Repair and maintain animal enclosures as directed.

• Perform basic repairs and maintenance of all buildings, structures and facilities across the Calgary Wildlife site.

• Complete seasonal grounds maintenance, including snow removal in winter and gravel placement in summer.

• Coordinate and work with the society’s current grounds and maintenance volunteers.

• Assist clinic team with basic cleaning duties such as laundry, dishes, and cleaning.

• Perform other duties as required.

 

Communication and Teamwork

• Maintain open and effective communication with staff and relevant team members to support the coordination of wildlife care and facility operations.

• Monitor and respond to email communications in a timely manner.

• Help maintain positive working relationships between the Society, its volunteers, veterinary clinics, members of the public, and other partner organizations and agencies.

• Attend regular staff meetings and complete all assigned training.

 

 

Who You Are

You are a hands-on, dependable, and adaptable individual who enjoys working outdoors, solving practical problems, and contributing to the care and rehabilitation of wildlife. You are comfortable balancing various responsibilities, from wildlife transport and basic rescues to animal care support and general maintenance. You work well independently and as part of a team, communicate effectively with staff, volunteers, and members of the public, and are willing to take direction and learn new skills.

 

What you’ll bring:

• A valid class 5 driver’s license with no infractions and a minimum of 5 years of personal insurance in your name.

• Experience in animal care, wildlife rehabilitation, transportation, facilities maintenance, or a related hands-on role is an asset.

• Practical skills and the ability to complete basic repairs, grounds maintenance, and physical tasks.

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage a variety of tasks and respond to changing priorities.

• The ability to work independently yet follow instructions and work as a team.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact professionally with staff, volunteers, veterinary clinics, and members of the public.

• A willingness to learn animal handling and care procedures and complete all required training.

• Ability to problem solve and think outside the box.

• The ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting and carrying supplies and working outdoors in varying weather conditions. Must be able to lift 30 lbs.

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Role type: Full time

Wage Band: $17-$21 commensurate with experience.

Application Instructions: If you are interested in this exciting opportunity at Calgary Wildlife, please submit your CV and cover letter to admin@calgarywildlife.org

Subject line: Wildlife Driver Application.

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Due to high number of applicants, we regrettably are only able to reply to those invited for interview.

This listing will remain open until the suitable candidate is found.