TEMP - Kennel Tech

Responsible for performing routine animal care and related duties at the Garland animal shelter including : medical evaluations, behavior evaluation, cleaning and maintaining kennel areas, socializing with adoptable animals and assisting citizens interested in adoption.

Salary : $14.00 / hr. Schedule : Must be able to work either Sunday - Wednesday (7 : 30 a.m. - 6 p.m.) or Wednesday - Saturday (7 : 30 a.m. - 6 p.m.)

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Performs departmental specific functions by cleaning and disinfecting kennels and cages, litter boxes, feeding utensils, pans and equipment, etc.; launder animal bedding and towels, sweeping and mopping floors, removing trash and cleaning dog yards of waste.
• Provides general care and feeding of animals by feeding, watering, exercising, and bathing.
• Monitors animal health conditions, and records general observations.
• Unloads and stores food shipments, cat litter, and cleaning chemicals.
• Assists Medical with vaccinations, microchipping, administering medication, drawing blood, and euthanasia.
• Participate in dog playgroups and general animal evaluations to provide appropriate enrichment and maintain records of an animal's behavior.
• Disposes of deceased animals.
• Handles and processes a wide variety of animals.
• Communicate clearly with employees verbally and in writing.
• Additional tasks assigned by the Shelter Supervisor and Director.
• Represent Garland Animal Services by providing excellent customer service and focus.

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Licenses and Certifications

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

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