What are the responsibilities and job description for the Animal Care Technician position at Coastal Pet Rescue?
Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Animal Technician to join our team. This role is essential in providing high-quality care for animals in our facility. The ideal candidate will have a passion for animal welfare and possess the skills necessary to handle various species, ensuring their health and well-being. As an Animal Technician, you will work closely with both animals and shelter volunteers, making your role vital in fostering positive relationships and promoting excellent pet care.
Responsibilities
- Feed, medicate, exercise, and clean runs of all canine residents.
- Feed, medicate, socialize, and clean rooms and cages of all feline residents.
- Sweep and mop floors of each building.
- Scoop poop out of each play yard.
- Assist in laundry daily (putting on to wash, getting into dryer, folding and putting away).
- Wash all dirty dishes and return clean, dry ones to their proper locations.
- Make sure that all supplies are kept stocked in each unit (pet food, puppy pads, cat litter, cleaning items, etc.) and notifying Director of any supplies that need to be replenished.
- All trash taken out to the dumpster.
- Set up kennels and cages for incoming animals.
- Assist new volunteers as they work alongside you.
Requirements
- Experience in dog AND cat handling outside of having a pet in your home.
- Familiarity with veterinary assistant duties is a plus.
- Ability to work well in a team environment while also being self-motivated.
- Must be physically capable of lifting and restraining animals as necessary.
We are filling TWO positions to get shifts covered. You must be able to take either four days OR three days of the following shifts:
- 9 am to 1 pm and 4:30 to 6:30 pm
- Other days/shifts as needed (discussed in advance)
Join us in making a difference in the lives of homeless animals!
PLEASE DO NOT APPLY IF YOU ARE NOT WILLING TO SHOW FOR AN IN-PERSON INTERVIEW.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $11.00 - $12.00 per hour
Application Question(s):
- Are you available to work Saturdays AND Sundays?
- Are you 18 AND out of high school?
- Can you work with dogs AND cats?
Work Location: In person
Salary : $11 - $12