POSITION SUMMARY:
Responsible for maintaining a safe and sanitary facility for animals and people and providing humane handling and care for all center animals. Ensures all animals’ nutrition, housing and basic medical needs are met on a daily basis.
KEY RESULTS:
- Feeding and watering animals in accordance with dietary needs and schedule.
- Exercising animals as schedules dictate.
- Administering medications as indicated by medical director (veterinarian/vet assistant).
- Monitoring and recording animal health and behavioral issues.
- Cleaning kennels and perform related housekeeping duties.
- Maintaining of kennel cards and other documentation as assigned.
- Playing and interacting with animals of all sizes and breeds both indoors and outdoors.
- Performing other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma or equivalent or related experience and/or training.
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules and procedure manuals.
- Must have a valid driver’s license and insurance.
- Availability to work a flexible work schedule including weekends, evenings and holidays.
- Animal handling experience beneficial but not required
- Effective communication skills.
- Basic computer skills.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Must be able to lift heavy weight in excess of 50 lbs.
- Move dogs of all sizes including dogs that are over 110 pounds.
- Must be able to work with cleaning equipment and chemicals.
- While performing this job, employees will be standing, walking and active for most of the time.
+/- 16.50/hr. DOE
To apply, submit cover letter, resume’ and references to: [email protected]
Pay: From $16.50 per hour
Expected hours: 32.0 – 40.0 per week
Experience:
- labor intensive work: 1 year (Preferred)
Location:
- Great Falls, MT 59404 (Required)
Work Location: In person
