Animal Care Technician

Animal Care Technician (ACT)

Puppies ‘N Love/Animal Kingdom pet stores
We are looking for ACTs to work in our Animal Kingdom Arizona Mills location in Tempe.

Job Overview

We are looking for experienced, sharp, compassionate and dedicated animal lovers for a few ACT positions open in Glendale.

We are a family owned and operated chain of pet stores called Puppies ‘N Love and Animal Kingdom — with five locations in the Valley and Tucson. The perfect candidate is detail oriented, makes wise decisions, responds quickly and calmly in difficult situations and has excellent communications skills.

This important position works with a team of animal care technicians to deliver exemplary care to our puppies and demonstrates a commitment to outstanding customer service.

If you are outgoing, self-motivated and honest we may have a long-term home for you on our team. If you are a new veterinary technician or working towards becoming one, this is a great opportunity to gain education, insight and hands-on practice in a veterinary environment.

The position requires direct handling of puppies and dogs including:

• Following company protocols to administer vaccines and other medical treatments to puppies while keeping copious medical records.
• The ability to recognize if/when a puppy might be showing signs of illness or distress.
• Informing manager(s) of any health issues with the animals
• A commitment to continuous education and training.
• Cleaning and maintaining kennels and animal living areas daily.
• Cleaning other facility areas. (Sweep, take out garbage, wash floors, etc.)
• Washing food and water bowls and making sure all sterilization protocols are followed.
• Providing each animal with food and water following approved feeding protocols.
• Following proper safety measures and procedures when using medicines, chemicals and cleaning supplies.
• Assisting other employees and customers in a cheerful and respectful manner.
• Helping maintain a clean and organized workplace.
• Responsible for all other duties as assigned by Animal Health Director.

Why work in one of our pet stores?

• Join a rapidly growing, family owned and operated pet store chain where your input and ideas are encouraged, your leadership is appreciated and your hard work is rewarded
• Opportunity for advancement in a growing local company
• Become an important team leader in a workplace where open door policies still exist and people and puppies truly do come first
• Our ongoing growth is creating exceptional opportunities for professional development and personal enrichment throughout our company
• Medical (including dental and vision), paid vacation, holiday and sick leave (if full-time)
• Generous employee discounts
• To make a difference in the lives of thousands of people and puppies and to have fun along the way

What you bring to the table

• Exceptional organizational skills
• Ability to multi-task and work consistently at a fast pace while delivering exceptional customer service to puppies and people
• The ability to stand for 8 hours and be mobile in the store for long periods of time, to bend and lift a min. of 40 lbs.
• Reliable transportation, a strong work ethic and the willingness to work nights, weekends and some holidays

How to apply:

Apply online and please include resume.

Job Type: Full-time'
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Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15 - $17