What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cat / Dog Kennel Cleaner position at Dogs & Cats Forever?
Dogs & Cats Forever, Inc.
The Cat/Dog Kennel Cleaner is responsible for the maintenance and care of all cats and dogs staying in the Shelter. Most cats are housed in multi cat free roaming rooms with porches, so technician will be responsible ensuring cat safety at all times. Dogs have individual rooms and runs.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES includes the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Provide compassionate care to all animals.
Daily shelter cleaning to prevent cross contamination and provide a healthy climate in feline/canine areas.
Appropriate feeding and watering as directed by management.
Dispose of waste. Re-stock cat/dog room supplies.
Maintain equipment utilized for the daily cleaning and feeding of the cats and dogs.
Groom animals as requested.
Log behavior notes for specific animals as requested.
Provide continuous feedback to supervisors to take optimal care of all the animals.
Ability to work well with others towards a common goal of adoption for the animals.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and must be able to communicate in English both orally and in writing and follow directions.
Must be well organized, flexible, and work well under pressure and be dependable.
General knowledge of cat care and behavior
MATERIALS and EQUIPMENT USED
Scrubbers, Squeegees, Broom/Dustpan, Mop and Bucket
Cleaning and sanitizing chemicals
Combs and brushes
Wheeled Carts and Wheeled Tables
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, and moving mechanical parts.
The employee is also exposed to animal related odors, fumes and airborne particles, and moderate heat.
The employee is frequently exposed to moderate/loud noise level in the work environment.
Employee must be able to stand, walk, bend for long periods of time
Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
Job Type: Part-time 10 hours per week $14.00/hour 7am-12pm. must be flexible and dependable.
Current Drivers License required.
High School or GED
Animal experience is preferred
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $14.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $14