Job description

Assist with Upkeep of Parrot Aviary (PT – Late Afternoons)

Assistance is sought for the upkeep and care of 24 entertaining and energetic species of small to medium sized parrots. The parrots are my companion birds and are not for sale or kept for breeding or as a rescue operation.

The flock lives in an indoor aviary/bird room specially constructed for them at my residence, with access to plenty of sunshine and fresh air. Flock members are active and free-flighted in the aviary area daily.

A. Daily tasks

The aviary room and cages are cleaned daily to maintain a healthy and sanitary environment. Two teammates work cooperatively to perform the tasks. Helpers typically assist 2 to 3 afternoons per week on regularly scheduled days each week. (Times: 4:30 to 6:30 PM daily)

Tasks include:

• · Daily steam cleaning of cages and floors to remove any feathers, food and dirt.
• · Water and feeding bowls are removed, cleaned, and replaced;
• · Cage papers are sprayed, removed, and replaced.
• · The room is swept, vacuumed, and as the last step in the process, the floor is also steam cleaned.

The birds are out of their cages and being fed during this time, providing opportunities to interact with them.

Applicants should have the following background and skills:

• · Be 20 or older adults, calm and reliable.
• · Have one year or more of college or technical degree.
• · Able to quickly learn routine daily cleaning tasks of cages and aviary, and some required handling of the flock members.
• · Have relevant animal care experience with multiple animals in the same location (such as the Humane Society, shelters, kennels, veterinary experience, wildlife rescue, etc.)
• · Maintain a consistent weekly schedule of 2 to 3 days per week (This is not a full-time position but the care provided is needed each day.) Times are 4:30 to 6:30 PM daily
• · Coverage over holiday and other breaks (spring and summer) also necessary.
• · Longer term interest desirable
• · Non-smoking only

· Live locally within 10 miles of East Athens/ Reliable transportation necessary.

B. Assistance with preparing meds for various flock members (Not required but is wanted.)

Several flock members are older and have daily prescribed medications and supplements, all for oral administration.

• Once a week the caretaker prepares the oral syringes for the supplements and medications.
• This caretaker would also assist with trimming of talons and beaks as needed, which requires learning how to properly hold the parrot.
• Medication preparation is a once weekly task that takes about 1 to 1 1/2 hours per week, preferably on weekends, and can be combined timewise with the other tasks and session(s) listed above.
• Experience in preparation of oral syringes and other medications for veterinary purposes necessary.
• Additional fee provided.

Training of all tasks provided. Educational materials regarding the species, the individual birds, their biology and behaviors are available.

Once preliminary information is provided, a brief questionnaire is requested. Eligible candidates are then invited to: (1) meet for coffee offsite to discuss the work; (2) observe tasks in the aviary; (3) if acceptable, commence training sessions.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 4 to 6 training sessions provided at $20.00 per session; once fully trained then $25.00 per evening cleaning session.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per day

Schedule:

• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

COVID-19 considerations:
All persons inside the aviary are vaccinated in accordance with CDC recommendations. Washing hands and putting on disposable gloves required in order to enter the aviary. Masking required/sanitizer provided. Clean scrub tops provided if preferred.

Experience:

• Animal care: 1 year (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (Required)
• Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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