Animal Care Technician

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Employment Type

Part Time (up to 19 hours)

Job Summary

Are you a passionate animal lover with a desire to make a positive impact on the lives of our furry friends? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you! Join our team as a Part Time Animal Care Technician at our animal shelter. As an integral part of our dedicated and compassionate staff, you'll have the chance to provide top-notch care, love, and attention to the animals under our supervision. If you're ready to turn your passion for animals into a rewarding job, we invite you to be part of our mission to ensure the well-being and happiness of our four-legged guests.  

This Part Time position is expected to work up to 19 hours per week. Animal Care Technicians are needed on a daily basis with available shifts falling between the hours of 6:00 am to 5:30 pm. Availability to work Saturdays and Sundays and a rotating schedule on holidays is required. 

Starting $16.83 - $17.40 hourly based on experience.

For more details, review the full job details and requirements below.

​An Animal Care Technician plays a pivotal role in maintaining the well-being and health of animals within the Olathe Animal Shelter. This position requires a compassionate and responsible approach to animal welfare, as technicians are responsible for ensuring the comfort, cleanliness, and care of the animals in their charge.

Key Responsibilities

• Cleans and maintains hygiene within animal enclosures, kennels, and living areas, including routine cleaning and disinfection.

• Follows prescribed feeding schedules and dietary guidelines to provide animals with food and water.

• Facilitates appropriate exercise and social interaction for animals to promote their physical and mental well-being.

• Monitors the health and overall condition of animals, prioritizing their comfort and well-being.

• Communicates basic records of animal care activities, including feeding, observations, and any noteworthy behavioral changes or health concerns.

Qualifications

Experience:  Must be at least 18 years of age.  Prior work in kennel and/or cattery environments, experience recognizing and working with canine and feline behavior, and experience in recognizing common canine and feline diseases  is preferred. Knowledge of proper kennel cleaning techniques, animal handling and behavior, animal nutrition, rabies control, animal segregation and isolation, and maintenance of equipment used in animal handling and shelter operations is also preferred.

Education: None.

Licenses & Certifications: None.

Environmental of Physical Demands: This role requires periods of prolonged standing, walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching, full-range of motion with the arms, and the ability to individually lift up to 50 pounds. The work requires exposure to allergens, such as pet fur and dander, strong cleaning agents, loud noises, and a variety of outdoor weather conditions.