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Pet Care Technician
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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.
$32,426 / year median in Virginia
+11% projected growth
Job Description
Pet Care Technician Passionately Pets - 5.0 Alexandria, VA Job Details Part-time $24 - $28 an hour 6 hours ago Qualifications Animal health monitoring Companion animal handling Pet care experience in outdoor settings Outdoor work experience House cleaning assistance Pet health monitoring Animal behavior Residential housekeeping Dog handling Pet care experience in client's home Clean workspace maintenance Animal watering Entry level Time management Mobile devices Full Job Description Looking for a part-time dog walking job that keeps you active and engaged? Passionately Pets is hiring dependable pet care technicians to provide midday services. Key Responsibilities Perform scheduled dog walking and pet sitting visits Provide fresh food and water Monitor pet health and behavior Maintain cleanliness in client homes Follow detailed pet care instructions Communicate updates with the team Qualifications Availability for mornings, evenings and weekends. Availability for midday shifts a plus Reliable vehicle and smartphone Strong reliability and time management Comfortable with dogs, cats, and small animals Ability to work in outdoor environments year-round Compensation & Details $24-$28/hour + tips Flexible part-time schedule Service area: Del Ray, Old Town Alexandria & South Arlington This is a supplemental income opportunity. LGBTQ+ and POC applicants encouraged.