What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kennel Tech position at Columbia Gorge Humane Society?
General Summary:
The Shelter Technician ensures a safe and clean environment for the shelter animals. Assists in providing a safe, fun, and positive environment for the animals and the volunteers. Functions as the first point of communication with volunteer dog handlers. Learn and apply dog and cat handling, training, and shelter operations information relevant to the job with a high priority on safety. Engage in training opportunities in handling dogs and understanding dog and cat behavior
This is a regular, part-time, 25-30 hour per week position.
The candidate must have the ability to have a flexible schedule and respond to the daily needs of the shelter.
Essential Functions:
● Clean and sanitize all kennels and cat areas.
● Ensure each dog and cat has fresh food and water, according to his/her dietary needs
● Prepares dogs with appropriate harnesses for walking
● Remove, wash and dry all laundry
● Ensure the food room is clean.
● Wipe down all surfaces
● Mop shelter floors
● Dump trash
● Pick up dog poop and clean litter boxes
● Administer prescription drugs as directed by Shelter Manager
● Share safety or dog handling information with volunteers as appropriate
● Learn/perform a variety of animal care-related activities.
● Be a team player
● Communicate relevant information about the dogs and cats to the Shelter Manager.
● Understand and follow safety policies and procedures with regard to handling animals, cleaning solvents, etc.
● The shelter technician must be outgoing, have a people and animal-loving personality, and have the desire and ability to provide a positive experience for all shelter animals and visitors.
● Excellent attendance, with an ability to report to work as scheduled and on time!
Physical Requirements:
● Ability to interact with impounded dogs including aggressive dogs, bite quarantine dogs, stray, sick or injured.
● Capacity to sit, stand, walk, stoop, twist, bend, crouch, pivot and reach on a regular and sometimes on a frequent basis.
● Be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
● May assist staff or volunteers to capture or restrain a strong moving active dog and have the physical ability to do that safely.
● Possible exposure to sick, injured, frightened, or unruly dogs or cats.
● Possible exposure to some to cleaning solvents, dog waste, saliva, wounds, and blood, and loud noise (barking or horns).
● Work is normally performed inside, but outside work is required. Exposure to unpleasant elements, unpleasant odors, noise, bites and scratches.
● Demonstrated skills and ability to safely handle animals including comprehensive knowledge of animal behaviors and confidence and ability to work with potentially dangerous dogs.
● Understands essential safety practices for handling shelter animals.
● Willing to learn and be trained on animal behavior and handling skills
Minimum Education, Training & Experience:
● Have a deep concern for the humane treatment and compassionate care of animals.
● HS Education or equivalent
● Valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle, or reliable transportation
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $15.00 - $16.00 per hour
Expected hours: 25 – 30 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
Shift:
- 8 hour shift
Work Days:
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Relocate:
- The Dalles, OR 97058: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $16
