Animal Care Technician

The Animal Care Technician is responsible for the day-to-day cleaning of the dog kennels and isolation pens, cattery and medical cages. The technician carries out feedings, watering and turn outs of all dogs and cats. Afternoon responsibilities include assisting the Animal Care Manager, late feedings and enrichment.

Duties and Responsibilities


Feed and water animals in morning and afternoon
Turn out dogs in day pens morning and afternoon
Disinfect and clean all dog housing, light clean 2 pm and 5 pm
Sweep, dust and pick up as needed in aisle ways
Maintain all animal support areas including laundry, food storage, turn outs and aisleways
Clean catteries including cages, litter boxes and floors
Clean Medical Room cages on weekends
Overseeing volunteers who assist with any ACT tasks
Assist Animal Care Manager by notating and reporting changes in animal behavior, eating, etc.
Enrichment for dogs in kennels

Qualifications


Veterinary or Shelter Clinic experience preferred

General knowledge of small animal care and behavior

Excellent organization skills

Self-directed

High School Diploma or GED

Physical Requirements


Ability to stand for four or more hours

Ability to lift 50 pounds without assistance

Reports to


HSHC Animal Care Manager