ANIMAL CARE KENNEL TECHNICIAN - Full-time

Description

Job Summary: 

The Animal Care Attendant is responsible for the overall care of all the animals within the shelter. The responsibilities will vary based on the current needs of the shelter. Under direction of the Animal Care Manager, provides for the constant cleanliness of cages, runs and shelter areas and the proper feeding and care of all shelter animals. 

Duties will include:

• To observe animal appearance and activity for general physical condition, noticeable signs of illness, disease, and discontent.

• To thoroughly clean and disinfect all shelter areas as often as necessary.

• To determine the type and amount of food animals receive.

• To take charge and/or handle animals as required and to restrain hard-to-control animals.

• To walk dogs several times a day to provide exercise and time for elimination of bowels and bladder.

• To perform needed cleaning and maintenance of all equipment and tools used in job assignments.

• Follow the shelter procedures.

• Unpacking, labeling and stocking of shelter supplies and donations

• Make sure animals are clean and smell fresh.

• Recognize and records any unusual condition or abnormal behavior of any shelter animal.

• Report signs of illness, disease, injury or unusual activity to technicians/veterinarians

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Must have basic animal behavior knowledge and experience.
• Previous experience in an Animal Shelter or related field (preferred)
• High school diploma
• 18 years or older
• Cannot be afraid of animals.
• Must be good with animals.