Kennel Maintenance Worker Eligibility List

City of Aurora•Aurora, IL

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About The Position

The City of Aurora is establishing an eligibility list for full-time and part-time Kennel Maintenance Worker positions in the Division of Animal Control. Under the direction of the Animal Control Manager, this role provides daily animal care, kennel cleaning and sanitation, general facility maintenance, and other services needed for the safe and efficient operation of the animal control facility. The worker supports animal adoptions and assists community members with adoptions and animal reclaims. The role involves working with animals of various sizes, species, behaviors, and temperaments. The position requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to safely operate a motor vehicle. Employees must possess or obtain Certified Euthanasia Technician (CET) certification within at least one year. Related experience in animal care, kennel, shelter, maintenance, or a similar field is preferred. Candidates must pass pre-hire requirements, including a written Civil Service exam, background check, physical, and drug screen. This is a union-represented position. Hours vary according to the vacancy, which may be full-time or part-time.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid driver’s license and ability to safely operate a motor vehicle.
Possess or obtain required Certified Euthanasia Technician (CET) certification within at least one year.
Successfully pass pre-hire requirements, including a written Civil Service exam, background check, physical, and drug screen.

Nice To Haves

Experience in animal care, kennel, shelter, maintenance, or other related work.

Responsibilities

Clean and disinfect kennels, cages, animal housing areas, food and water dishes, equipment, and other facility areas.
Perform laundry and maintain clean bedding, towels, blankets, dishes, and other animal-care supplies.
Monitor kennel and animal-care supplies.
Provide daily shelter-animal care, including feeding, watering, cleaning, bedding, removing dogs and/or cats from their cages daily, and providing enrichment.
Maintain EBI certification and perform euthanasia-related duties when certified, authorized, and required.
Assist with animal intake, movement, kennel placement, and preparation for adoption, rescue, veterinary appointments, or transport.
Safely handle animals of various sizes, behaviors, and temperaments, using proper safety equipment when necessary.
Assess animals daily for changes in health, behavior, appetite, mobility, or overall condition.
Complete required animal records, kennel documentation, checklists, and other routine paperwork.
Perform routine cleaning and general maintenance throughout the facility and grounds.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Annual pay increases in accordance with the Labor Agreement.
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF).
Paid vacations, holidays, floating holidays, personal days, and sick leave.
Gym membership reimbursement.
Uniform allowance as determined by policy.
Interpreters stipend.
Tuition reimbursement.
May be eligible for the Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program if requirements are met.