Immediate job opening for Kennel Tech
DESCRIPTION: A great Temp-to-Hire Opportunity! We have immediate openings to hire individuals with Kennel Tech Experience (preferred) but not required. Apply today at PSI.jobs to learn more.
JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for intake of impounded animals, including the care and handling of those animals, kennel cleaning and maintenance, including on weekends on a rotational basis. Assists fellow employees with related tasks. Staffs adoption events, including on weekends, from time to time.
SHIFTS:
1st Shift: 8:00am – 4:30pm
Schedule: Monday through Friday. Rotating Weekends
STARTING PAY: $12.60HR
POSITION REQUIRES:
Ability to read, write and perform mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with the completion of high school or equivalent.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, memos and the ability to write simple correspondences.
Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position and six months experience working with animals is desirable; or equivalent combination of education experience.
Ability to effectively present information to co-workers and the general public. Requires considerable skill in the application of office methods and procedures.
MAJOR DUTIES:
o Cleans and maintains kennel areas of Animal Shelter facility in such a manner as to provide as much as practical odor-free and low-stress environment for the animals.
Feeds/water and provides daily care for all animals in the County’s care.
Bathes animals.
o Handles and controls animals impounded by Animal Control. This includes difficult to handle and potentially dangerous animals.
o Reports to the Director of Animal Services any potential health or behavioral problems involving animals in the County’s care.
o Maintains up to date records of animal locations in kennels.
Assists with euthanasia of animals and disposal of carcasses.
o Assists co-workers with such tasks as helping restrain an animal, helping clients with animals, etc.
o Light cleaning of offices, emptying trash, mopping of floors and cleaning of restrooms.
o Light facility maintenance and yard maintenance.
o Able to apply and utilize PSE (personal safety equipment) in the performance of the job.
Must be available to work some weekends and/or holidays on a rotational basis.
o Performs related duties and tasks as directed by the supervisor.
HOW TO APPLY:
Visit office in Person: Personnel Staffing, Inc., 611 Walnut Street Gadsden, AL 35901 during the hours of 8:00 am – 11:00 am & 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm, no appointment needed.
Text or Call: 256-547-1668 to schedule an interview right away!
Email resume: gadsden@personnelstaffing.com
Apply Online: Click Apply below to get started!
PSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex or national origin
