Kennel Tech

1355 NE Hemlock Ave, Redmond OR

Description

The Kennel Technician will be responsible for providing compassionate and attentive care to BrightSide's animals. The Kennel Technician will maintain a clean, healthy environment for the animals and the public and assist with animal adoptions and intake as needed. Duties and responsibilities: *Regularly handle dogs/cats * Daily thorough cleaning of all animal areas, including inside/outside runs, cat areas, floors, dishes, bedding, travel crates, etc. * Spot cleaning of animal and public areas throughout the day. * Feeding the animals, providing special diets as needed. * Monitoring the health of the animals on an ongoing basis and rapidly identifying any health problems or conditions (medical or behavioral) and immediately reporting to the supervisor. * Socializing and grooming the animals as needed. * Walking dogs as needed. * Doing laundry, dishes, washing windows, cleaning and mopping public areas as needed. * Promoting a humane and caring attitude towards animals. * Assisting in the vaccination, examination, and performance of medical treatments as needed. * Working courteously and cooperatively with other staff members. Specific Job Skills: * Be able to learn assigned tasks readily, be detail-oriented, and be able to follow instructions. * Learn how to control animals with patience and kindness. * Be able to lift up to 50 pounds, restrain/pick up animals, work both inside and outside in all weather conditions in a very physically demanding job, and be able to stand for long periods of time. * Be very reliable, with a reliable form of transportation. * Have a genuine affection for animals and a desire to provide them with sanitary and pleasant living conditions. * Maturity, good judgment, and a professional personal appearance. * Be comfortable with and have the ability to work with animals of unknown disposition. Work Environment: * While performing this job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet and humid conditions, live animals of varying temperaments, strong odors, cleaning chemicals, and a noisy environment. Availability: BrightSide Animal Center houses and cares for animals 365 days a year, including weekends and holidays. Availability and a willingness to work a flexible schedule are required. Must be at least 18 years of age. Please apply in person. Bring resume to BrightSide Animal Center at 1355 NE Hemlock Ave in Redmond, OR. Job Types: part-time and full-time available Pay: $12.75 per hour