What are the responsibilities and job description for the Animal Care Technician position at Tupelo Lee Humane Society?
Have you ever dreamt of working with animals in the animal welfare field? Do you have a passion for saving & helping homeless community animals in need?
Tupelo-Lee Humane Society is in search of dependable, self-motivated and compassionate individuals with integrity to join our team! Experience is preferred but not required.
This position is specifically for those who Are:
- Comfortable with handling animals that include but are not limited to canines and felines.
- Energetic, attentive to detail, consistent and dedicated
- Proficient with following directions
- Task oriented and self-accountable
- Punctual and present to work during scheduled days and times
- Confident with handling canines and felines of all sizes (both large and small)
- Confident with handling potential fractious and/or distressed canines and felines
- Comfortable in loud, fast paced environments
Work consists of:
- Hands on handling of animals (primarily canines & felines)
- Enforcing a kennel routine
- Feeding/watering according to a set schedule
- Daily various enrichments
- Observing animal behaviors and health
- Cleaning, sanitizing and disinfecting kennels, equipment and other items
- Assisting with grooming and bathing activities
- Interacting with pet owners' and performing adoption meet & greets
- Monitoring pets' conditions and communicating with onsite veterinary technicians and the onsite veterinarian
- Keeping records related to pets' physical conditions, feedings and other activities during time of stay
- Efficient with accurate and adequate record keeping
- Customer service friendly
- Computer efficient
- TEAM SPIRITED
Please apply only if you are able to:
- Lift up to 50 lbs without assistance
- Walk, stand, crouch and bend for long periods on concrete floors for up to 6 hours at a time
Days for scheduling may include weekends and/or holidays.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $10.00 - $12.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
Shift:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
Work Days:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Salary : $10 - $12