FT Animal Care Attendant

We are looking to add another

PAWESOME

person to join the Animal Care team as an Animal Care Attendant. An Animal Care Attendant will maintain a safe and sanitary facility for the animals and the public; provide proper handling and feeding of all animals; clean all animal areas in accordance with disease control procedures; communicate to the necessary persons the conditions of the animals within their care; relate with the public when necessary and appropriate in a professional manner; good skills in reading, writing, and communications.

Supervision Received:

The Animal Care Attendant works under the direction of the Shelter Director (or Manager on Duty for the day).

Essential Duties:

Remove animals from their cages/kennels, clean and sanitize cages/kennels in accordance with disease control procedures Provide food, water, and proper care for all animals according to assigned schedule or otherwise directed. Wash, sanitize, or dispose of food and water receptacles Visually inspects and monitors all animals for signs of illness or unusual behavior Reports any potential problems to The Shelter Director or the Manager Transports or moves animals to assigned areas within the shelter Assist in the handling and restraining of animals. Perform clerical functions as may be required for the maintenance of records in the shelter Washing, drying, folding and putting away laundry Washing, drying and putting away dishes Transport animals to and from the vets Medicating of animals Work within a team environment and participate in all activities and duties within the shelter. May volunteer for work on fundraising and other activities. Other duties as directed

Qualifications:

Experience / Education High School Diploma or GED. Satisfactory work experience in the field of animal care, health aide, or custodial work. Education above high school in a relevant field may be substituted for work experience. Good interpersonal skills. Must know basic knowledge of animals. May know or be willing to learn breed identification skills.

Working Conditions:

Position requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting, and stooping in the performance of daily activities. This position requires grasping, pulling, and repetitive hand movement. Additionally, the position requires near, far, and color vision in performing medical procedures and using the computer; hearing is required when providing phone and counter service and working with other staff. While in training or performing medical procedures the incumbent is working with needles ant other sharp instruments. The incumbent is frequently around animals that are agitated or injured and may attempt to bite or scratch. The need to lift and carry animals or food weighing in excess of 50 pounds is required.

Pay:

From $15.10 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Employee discount Flexible schedule Paid time off Retirement plan

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Camden, ME 04843 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Camden, ME 04843: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person