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Friends of the Animals —Tipton, IA
- From $10 an hour
- Part-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Travel
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Friends of the Animals —Tipton, IA
Ability to work independently as well as with volunteers and visitors. Feed and provide fresh water to all shelter animals.
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Animal Caretaker

Friends of the Animals -
Tipton, IA

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Job Details

Part-time
From $10 an hour

Qualifications

Companion animal handling
High school diploma or GED
Dog handling

Full Job Description

Now Hiring: Part-Time Animal Caretaker
Friends of the Animals – Tipton, IA

Friends of the Animals is looking for a reliable, compassionate, and hardworking individual to join our team as a Caretaker. If you love animals, have a strong work ethic, and want to make a difference in the lives of pets waiting for their forever homes, we’d love to hear from you!

Position Details

Schedule: Sunday – Wednesday
Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Location: Friends of the Animals Shelter, Tipton, Iowa
Type: Part-Time

Job Responsibilities

Feed and provide fresh water to all shelter animals
Clean and sanitize kennels, litter boxes, dishes, and common areas
Administer medications as directed and record treatment when required
Monitor animals for changes in behavior, health, or injury and report concerns to admin
Exercise, handle, and interact with animals of all sizes and temperaments
Work professionally and respectfully with staff, volunteers, and the public
Assist with laundry, general cleaning, and basic shelter upkeep

Requirements

Must be comfortable working with animals of unknown backgrounds and temperaments
Ability to safely handle and restrain dogs of all sizes, including strong or high-energy breeds
Able to work in a physically demanding environment (lifting up to 50 lbs, walking, bending, cleaning, etc.)
Reliable, punctual, and able to follow written and verbal instructions
Comfortable working around cleaning chemicals and animal waste
Ability to work independently as well as with volunteers and visitors

Ideal Candidate

Has previous animal handling, kennel, veterinary, or shelter experience (not required but preferred)
Is patient, empathetic, and passionate about animal welfare
Stays calm in stressful situations and can problem-solve when needed

Pay: From $10.00 per hour

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Location:

Tipton, IA 52772 (Preferred)

Shift availability:

Day Shift (Required)

Willingness to travel:

25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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