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Animal Caretaker
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What they do
An Animal Care Worker or Manager manages animal care and grooming for a retail store that sells pets or for a pet grooming business. May also provide animal care and grooming at a kennel. Works with animals in shelters or rescue organizations. Works primarily with dogs and cats. Assists veterinarians with vaccinations or other procedures; screens people who want to adopt an animal from a shelter and provides information about caring for animals.
$37,094 / year median in Utah
+20% projected growth
Job Description
Animal Care Giver Job Description :
We are in search of an enthusiastic, positive, focused employee who loves animals! An Animal Care Giver is responsible for the care of our dog and cat guests.Daily duties will include:
direct care of dogs and cats, feeding, administering needed medications, handling dogs and cats, assist in checking boarded guests in and out, cleaning up kennels and grounds, bathing, walking and playing with pets, keep working area clean and organized, accurately assess the health of boarded guests, follow daily procedures and checklists, possible cross training in other departments, perform other functions as deemed necessary or as assigned. Background and drug test required. Pay $14.00- 15.
Benefits:
- 401K with 3% match after 3 months
- Paid Time Off starting day 1!
- Free daycare for one pet
- 50% discount on all boarding and grooming services
- 25% discount on all retail items
Job Requirements :
§ Demonstrated ability to handle any dog or cat deemed board-able by management § Be undeterred by harsh weather as well as kennel environment (heat, cold, noise, smell, etc.) § Ability to lift and control 50 pounds § Ability to handle large/energetic dogs § Exercise proper judgment (how and when to react) § Operate Computer § Read, write and communicate effectively § Must be available to work weekends and holidays § Ability to work in an emergency, even if not scheduled § Arrive to work on time and ready § Maintain appearance and adhere to dress code policy § This is a (part time/full time) position You must be available to work 7 days a week between the hours of 7:30 am-6:30 pm, you will be scheduled up to 5 of these days. Applications can be completed on our website under "Job Postings" or in person!Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time Pay:
$14.00- $15.
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Employee discount Paid time off Retirement planWork Location:
In personBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Other Retirement and Savings
- Dental Insurance