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South Pacific County Humane Society (SPCHS) is primarily a volunteer-driven organization.

Animal Care Technician (Currently No Open Positions)

Part Time (10 – 20 hours/week)

Description:

Animal Care Technicians provide critical care to the pet animals at the SPCHS facility.

Responsibilities:

• Maintenance and care of all animals housed with SPCHS.
• Maintaining clean and orderly animal housing and employee work areas.
• Assisting with the movement and placement of animals.
• Maintaining the health and welfare of all animals in the care of the Society.
• Feeding, watering, walking and exercising all shelter animals.
• Bathing and grooming of animals.
• Cleaning: rinses, scrubs, mops, and disinfects animal cages, hallways, floors, walls and isolation/quarantine areas; cleans water and food dishes and related kennel equipment and facilities.
• Assists other staff, volunteers and the general public as required.
• Transports animals to Oceanside Veterinary Hospital as directed.
• Other duties as required.

Other Responsibilities:

• Must be punctual and able to maintain regular attendance.
• Must be available and willing to work early hours, weekends, holidays, and attend mandatory training and meetings as the employer determines are necessary.
• Must have reliable transportation to get to and from work.
• Must be able to work with others and maintain a professional and courteous attitude while at work.  Zero tolerance for violent, disrespectful, or malicious behaviors.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to work with dogs and cats.
• Must be able to stand, walk, bend and stoop frequently to perform duties.
• Must be able to perform prolonged strenuous physical activity, including lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 50 pounds alone, or up to 100 pounds with a fellow employee, for short distances.
• At times must be able to chase or run after animals that escape confinement.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• Verifiable work references
• Drug test
• Background check

Submit an online application:

Application