Kennel Tech

Weber County • Ogden, UT

11d • $16 • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision of the Animal Facility Manager, provides maintenance services in support of the Animal Shelter; to help vaccinate, feed and care for shelter animals; and to perform minor repair, maintenance and janitorial work on shelter grounds.

Requirements

• High School graduation or equivalent.
• Some experience in the handling of animals or, any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Working knowledge of the various breeds of dogs, cats and other domestic animals.
• Knowledge of basic techniques of animal control.
• Skilled in restraining animals and giving vaccinations.
• Ability to learn, interpret and apply laws and regulations of the County related to animal control.
• Ability to perform a variety of animal control activities.
• Ability to learn and utilize proper handling and muzzling techniques.
• Ability to administer animal vaccinations.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Must have a valid Utah Driver’s License and a good driving record.
• Must be 18 years of age or older at the time of employment.
• Due to the nature of this position, the successful candidate may be required to complete a pre-employment background check prior to starting the position.

Responsibilities

• Cleans, disinfects and sterilizes animal shelter rooms, buildings, kennels, holding areas and grounds.
• Assists with adoptions and keeps social media up to date on animals available for adoption.
• Cleans and replenishes food and water bowls.
• Cleans, disinfects and sterilizes the shelter's public bathrooms; replaces towels and toilette paper.
• Helps vaccinate and evaluate animals to be placed in the Shelter's adoption and/or rescue center.
• Perform euthanasia and properly dispose of euthanized animals.
• May help to retrieve donated food and litter, or large animals; load and unload the trailer; store supplies.
• Recognizes animal health problems and brings them to the manager's attention.
• Cuts and removes weeds surrounding shelter grounds.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED