Animal Care Technician

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Animal Care Technician

Adoptions Department

Part Time (24 hours per week)

Pay: $18.00 hourly

As an Animal Care Technician on our Adoptions team at the world-renowned Helen Woodward Animal Center, you will provide loving care to all adoptable animals including feeding, grooming, cleaning and exercise. Utilizing your knowledge of dog and cat characteristics of all breeds, you will enjoy educating potential owners on animal handling and behavior as well as introduce adoptable animals detailing specific animal history and information. You can make a difference by counseling potential clients who are looking to adopt an abandoned or rescued animal into a forever home.

Requirements

• At least 21 years of age
• Animal Handling Experience (Dog & Cat HIGHLY preferred)
• Able to lift 50 lbs
• Must be able to properly handle and control large or difficult dogs/cats
• Must be able to work closely with animal dander or fur
• Customer service skills
• Must posses valid Driver's License and have clean driving record

Helen Woodward Animal Center is a smoke-free environment. Smoking is not permitted in any HWAC building or vehicle.