Texas Zoofari Park Careers

Animal Keeper

Position Type: Full-Time

The Texas Zoofari Park is a drive-thru safari park located in Kaufman, TX, about 45 minutes East of Dallas. The Safari Park is rapidly growing and searching for motivated individuals to join our animal care team. We are looking for individuals with a broad range of animal experience. The park houses mainly hoofstock; however, we are rapidly growing and adding a variety of birds, kangaroos, and primates.

Currently seeking individuals who are energetic and hardworking and share a passion for animal care. We strive to provide the best possible experience for our animals, guests, and staff. Applicants must possess a strong work ethic, a willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. The ability to follow a strict personal dress code and maintain a valid driver’s license is required.

Position Requirements

Daily cleaning and maintenance of exhibits.
Diet preparation and feeding.
Assist in vet and medical procedures.
Daily observation of animals for injuries, breeding, and general healthcare.
Help with capture, moving, and handling of large hoofstock according to set policies and procedures.
Administer proper enrichment to various animal species.
Use large machinery, power tools, and lawn equipment safely.
Must be able to communicate and give keeper talks to guests through formal and informal encounters.

Required Qualifications

1-year animal care experience (paid or unpaid)
High school diploma or equivalent
Ability to lift 50 pounds and work in all weather conditions
Ability to stand, walk, reach, bend, lift, stoop, squat, kneel, push, pull, and climb for prolonged periods of time.
Weekend and holiday availability
Must have reliable transportation

Job Type

Competitive salary, insurance, paid sick/vacation time, and 401k options available.

Note: Texas Zoofari Park is a drug-free and smoke-free work environment.

Interested applicants should submit their resumes with a cover letter and three references.

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Maintenance Worker

Position Type: Full-Time

Texas Zoofari Park is looking to expand our maintenance crew! We are looking for a motivated individual who can aid in general maintenance tasks around the park. We'll rely on you to help keep our grounds, buildings, and fences in good condition by doing various odd jobs as well as aiding in the construction of new facilities. You must be well-organized with strong general repair skills and comfortable around livestock. Must be professional and able to work alone as well with others.

Job Responsibilities

Operating farm equipment, fencing repair, welding, etc.
Ability to do handy work like carpentry, electrical, welding, and plumbing.
General maintenance and labor such as mowing/trimming/landscaping lawn and garden, minor pool care, taking care of trash, and taking trash to the dump as needed.
Able to perform sustained work of a physical nature may require heavy lifting with a minimum of 50 pounds

Job Type

Full-time. Starting pay is $13 - $15/hr.

Note: Texas Zoofari Park is a drug-free, smoke-free work environment. Competitive salary, insurance, paid sick/vacation time, and 401k options are available. In addition, a medical benefits package, including vision and dental, is available.

Interested applicants should submit their resumes.

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Landscaper

Position Type: Full-Time

The Texas Zoofari Park is seeking a landscaper for our park grounds. Applicants should preferably have plant knowledge with related experience and the willingness and ability to do physical work outside in all types of weather.

Position Requirements

•General garden bed clean-up (Weeding, Pruning, Deadheading, Planting, Dividing, Edging, Trimming, Mulching, Occasional Grass Cutting and Leaf Removal)
Planting and maintaining new plants in and around park and zoo animal exhibits
Blow off debris from pathways and pick up trash
Maintaining a clean work environment and areas, including golf carts, tools, greenhouse, etc.
Planting and maintaining new plants in and around park and zoo animal exhibits

Job Type

Part-time, Full-time. Starting pay is $12 - $15 /hr.

Interested applicants should submit their resumes.

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Grounds Keeper

Position Type: Full-Time, Part-Time

The Texas Zoofari Park is seeking friendly, detail-oriented, self-motivated Groundskeepers who can be team players and strive to keep the park looking its best! Full-time and part-time positions are available.

Position Requirements

Answers to Guest Services Manager or Director/Asst Director
Cleans all zoo public areas before guests enter zoo
Blow off debris from pathways and pick up trash
Wash exterior building windows
Remove cobwebs from public areas
Maintains the clean appearance of the zoo throughout the day by:
Picking up trash and changing out trash can liners
Collecting used feed cups
Checking, cleaning and restocking restrooms
Cleaning the parking lot and picnic pavilion
Completes additional projects as determined by the management team, such as pressure washing, painting, etc.

Job Responsibilities

This job is outdoors; must be comfortable working in all weather conditions
Must be able to lift 50 lbs
Must be able to walk/stand for the duration of shift
Must maintain a neat appearance and friendly attitude
Must be a self-motivated individual
Must have reliable transportation
Must be able to work weekends
No facial piercings permitted

Job Type

Part-time, Full-time. Starting pay is $12/hr.

Interested applicants should submit their resumes.

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Guest Services Team Member

Position Type: Full-Time

The Texas Zoofari Park seeks motivated individuals to join our Zoo Crew in the Guest Services Department. The ideal candidate must be friendly, outgoing, and able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Weekends/Holidays required. Full-time and part-time positions are available.

Position Requirements

Operate point of sale system in admissions/retail and/or cafe setting.
Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs.
Must possess excellent customer service skills and a positive, friendly attitude.
Must have reliable transportation.
Must be able to stand for the duration of shift.

Job Responsibilities

Responsible for selling admission tickets, annual memberships, animal feed, gifts, snacks, food, etc.
Basic cleaning duties.
Accurately ring transactions through a Point-of-Sale system, give correct change, and process credit card transactions.
Answering phones.
Assisting visitors with questions or concerns.
Wagon Tour Drivers: a specialty team of guest services that provides guided wagon tours in the park for guests and groups

Past experience in customer service and/or retail a plus. You must be 16 to apply and 18 with a clean driving record to apply for wagon tour driver positions. This is a non-smoking facility. No facial piercings are permitted. Flexible scheduling and a fun work environment!

Job Type

Part-time, Full-time, and Seasonal. Starting pay is $11/hr.

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Hoofstock Keeper

Texas Zoofari Park, Kaufman, Texas

Position Type: Full-Time

The Texas Zoofari Park is a drive-thru safari park located in Kaufman, TX, about 45 minutes East of Dallas. The Zoofari Park is rapidly growing and searching for motivated individuals to join our animal care team. This position will mostly care for various hoofstock in our free-range safari. The park maintains a diverse collection of animals, including southern white rhino, eland, bison, sable antelope, zebra, giraffe, and many more to come.

Currently Seeking:

The Texas Zoofari Park encourages you to apply if you are an energetic and hardworking individual with a passion for animal care. We strive to provide the best possible experience for our animals, guests, and staff. We currently have multiple hoofstock positions at Zoofari Park. You would have the opportunity to care for animals in a free-range preserve and an exhibit setting.

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to providing proper animal care through

Daily cleaning and maintenance of exhibits.
Diet preparation and feeding.
Assist in vet and medical procedures.
Daily observation of animals for injuries, breeding, and general healthcare.
Help with capturing, moving, and handling large hoofstock according to to set policies and procedures.
Administer proper enrichment to various animal species.
Use large machinery, power tools, and lawn equipment in a safe manner.
Must be able to communicate and give keeper talks to guests through formal and informal encounters.

Required Qualifications:

1-year animal care experience (paid or unpaid)
High school diploma or equivalent
Ability to lift 50 pounds and work in all weather conditions
Ability to stand, walk, reach, bend, lift, stoop, squat, kneel, push, pull, and climb for prolonged periods of time.
Weekend and holiday availability

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree
Previous large hoofstock experience
Large domestic hoofed stock (cattle, sheep, horses, etc.)
Rhino and Giraffe experience
Experience with large machinery (tractor/skid steer/etc.)

Applicants must possess a strong work ethic, a willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. The ability to follow a strict personal dress code and maintain a valid driver’s license is required.

Benefits:

Competitive salary, insurance, paid sick/vacation time, and 401k options available.

Note: Texas Zoofari Park is a drug-free and smoke-free work environment.

Applicants should send a cover letter and resume with three references.

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