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Part Time Kennel Attendant at Local Humane Society / Animal Shelter
Washington Area Humane Society —Washington, PA
- From $12 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Customer service
- Paid training
- Paid holidays
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Part Time Kennel Attendant at Local Humane Society / Animal Shelter

Washington Area Humane Society
Washington, PA

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Job Details

Part-time
From $12 an hour

Benefits

Paid training
Paid holidays
Paid time off
On-the-job training
Uniform allowance
Employee discount
Flexible schedule

Qualifications

Customer service
High school diploma or GED
Animal handling
Animal care

Full Job Description

THUR, FRI & SUN FROM 8:30-5

We are seeking a compassionate and caring Kennel Attendant to join our team. This role is essential to the well-being of the dogs in the humane society, and you will play a critical role in ensuring their health and well-being. This is a great opportunity for those interested in learning more about the animal welfare field and helping homeless dogs who are in the most need.

Primary Duties:

Feed dogs, wash dishes, and clean all kennels daily
After proper training and time in position walking and exercising dogs daily

Specific Duties:

Remove all soiled linens and toys daily, shaking excess debris off before placing in the laundry basket. Take soiled linens to laundry area after cleaning, daily. Assist with laundry.
Empty and refill water buckets, hang Kuranda beds, empty food bowls, dump all left over food and treats in garbage receptacle
Scoop feces and sweep debris from kennel floor and drains
Soak all food and water bowls, daily, for 15 minutes or more (not all day or overnight). Scrub all food and water bowls. Rinse and dry
Spray disinfectant on walls, door, floor, bed, and fence of each kennel.
Move portable items to sweep and spray entire area. Use a squeegee to remove excess water and debris
Take trash to the dumpster and place clean garbage bags in all receptacles
Put appropriately sized in relation to the dog Kuranda bed in place, replace linens if necessary, and place treats according to each dog’s diet restrictions
Provide an appropriate amount of food daily as directed by the Kennel Manager
Provide treats and toys for enrichment as directed by Kennel Manager
Keep food prep room clean and organized
Maintain all latches and chains on every dog kennel, making certain that they are latched
Soak cleaning equipment (scoops, shovels, etc.) in fresh disinfectant solution
Maintain feeding board daily
Assist in dog enrichment and play groups as instructed by the Kennel Manager
Report any safety concerns with kennel or dog to Kennel Manager
Stock with soft/hard food, toys, treats, cleaning supplies and clean linens during designated stocking times
Assist in moving donations from front of the building and donation room to Care Building
Clean all drains, removing debris, to keep water flowing freely daily
Alert a Vet Staff and Kennel Manager of any vomiting, diarrhea or ill-appearing dogs
Assist Vet Tech staff on restraining dogs when needed
Assist potential adopters in finding a dog/puppy that meets their needs and environment
Maintain clean play areas, scooping feces, disinfecting, removing trash and damaged toys. Keep clean water in place, weather permitting
Be knowledgeable regarding promotions and able to explain to customers
Be knowledgeable of the dogs/puppies available for adoption, including but not limited to special needs, diets, etc
Report any concerns with potential adopter to the Kennel Manager or Animal Wellness Manager for assistance
Assist volunteers when needed with information on dogs and putting harnesses on dogs
Assist in bringing in donations and organizing appropriately in food storage room
Assist with cleaning kennel windows, drains, air return grates, and other areas in kennel

Requirements:

Must be 18 years old and have reliable transportation to work
Job contingent on background check and reference checks
Minimum High School diploma or GED required
Previous kennel and dog experience a plus
Able to work holidays and weekends
Must have compassion for animals
Ability to diplomatically interact with diverse people
Ability to work independently as well as take direction
Ability to diplomatically interact with diverse people.
Dependability and punctuality are a key requirement of the job.
Willingness to attend educational and training programs as deemed necessary.

Physical Requirements:

Be able to handle the physical demands of the job to accomplish requirements of the job, which includes being able to lift 50 pounds frequently
The ability to stand up to 6 hours daily
Frequently will need to crouch, kneel, and bend while picking up after, cleaning and handling dogs
Constant use of hands to leash up dogs, handle hose to clean, push brush to clean, lift debris, and bathing animals
Constantly will be moving from one duty to the next
Ability to hear animals in distress and smell unusual smells in kennel spaces
Ability to work frequently in a loud kennel environment
Exposure to cleaning agents, peanut butter, and other potential allergens
Exposure to rain, heat, and other weather while walking dogs and cleaning outside kennels.

Benefits:

Supplemental Insurance Available
Accrue 5 sick days
Some paid holidays (1/2 day rate)
Flexible Schedule
Staff discounts on pet vet services

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $12.00 per hour

Expected hours: 24 per week

Benefits:

Employee discount
Flexible schedule
On-the-job training
Paid time off
Uniform allowance

Ability to Commute:

Washington, PA 15301 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

Washington, PA 15301: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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