What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kennel Attendant position at Lycoming County SPCA?
LYCOMING COUNTY SPCA
JOB DESCRIPTION FLSA: NON-EXEMPT
Job Title: Kennel Attendant
Job Summary: Provides assistance in the daily operations of the shelter, kennels, and cemetery.
Shift Hours : 8-1, weekdays, weekends, holidays.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Responsible for the complete care of every animal in the shelter including cleaning and disinfecting the kennels, feeding the animals, medicating, and treating some injuries and diseases.
- Restocks supplies, does laundry, reports maintenance issues to supervisor.
- Drives and maintains shelter vehicles.
- Performs building and ground maintenance.
- Performs additional duties as assigned.
Education: Must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively. Valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License preferred.
Prior Experience: Will train.
Knowledge and skills: Basic understanding of the Society’s services, policies, procedures, and Pennsylvania dog laws. Understanding of the humane treatment of animals is a necessity. Must be able to lift at least 40 pounds.
On-the -job: Job proficiency must be attained within three months.
Special Qualifications: Must have compassion for and deep concern for the humane treatment and care of animals.
Physical Demands and Work conditions:
Frequent lifting of 40 pounds or more.
Standing, stooping, and lifting, throughout shift.
Exposure to a variety of animals, their odors, noises, and feces.
Exposure to materials used for cleaning and disinfection and to medications for animals.
Minimal use of computers and office equipment.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $8.50 per hour
Work Days:
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Salary : $9