About Kennel Attendant (198-000-004)

Fairfield County; Fairfield (CA); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

13 paid holidays

Paid vacation and sick time

Life insurance

Long-term disability

401K retirement plan

Health Savings Account

Job summary

Fairfield County is seeking an animal care attendant to perform kennel sanitation, feed and water animals, and assist with medical needs and transport to clinics. The role requires attention to cleanliness and adherence to policy manuals.

Responsibilities include assisting with medications, euthanasia under supervision, and maintaining a safe facility. A high school diploma or GED and a valid driver’s license are required, with six to nine months of related experience.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED equivalent supplemented by six to nine months of animal care or related experience.
• Must possess euthanasia certification within one year of employment.
• Must possess a valid state driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular walk-through inspections of the facility.
• Maintain shelter cleanliness; wash kennels and sanitize.
• Feed animals; provide food and water to maintain health.
• Transport animals to clinics for spaying and neutering.
• Assist Animal Control officers with medications and euthanasia.
• Refer to policy and procedure manuals.
• Operate a vehicle and equipment as needed (telephone, radio, copier).
• Regular attendance required.
• Perform related duties as required.

Skills

Animal care

Euthanasia certification

Valid driver’s license

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Two-way radio

Copier

Vehicle

Job description

Conducts regular walk through inspections of the facility. Maintains general shelter maintenance and janitorial functions; cleans and sanitizes kennels, check for sickness and injury of caged animals.

Rinses kennels with hose pipe.

Feeds animals, mixes and prepares foods. Provides animals with food and water to maintain optimal health.

Feeds quarantined animals and adoptee animals.

Administers medicines to animals as needed.

Performs housekeeping kennel duties such as clean cages, changes litter boxes, changes toys, change out feeding and water pans. Washes dishes, pans, trays, etc.

Sweep and mop floors.

Wash laundry, dry and fold items properly.

Regular and sustained attendance required.

Transports animals to clinics for spaying and neutering.

Assists Animal Control officers with medications; euthanizations, etc.

Refers to policy and procedure manuals.

Operates a vehicle and a variety of equipment such as a telephone, two-way radio, copier, etc.

Uses clerical supplies, hand tools, safety gear, restraining devices, catch pole, traps, animal care / medical supplies, cleaning supplies.

Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as the immediate supervisor, co-workers, animal owners, veterinary staff, and the general public.

ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Performs related duties as required.

Runs errands as needed.

MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

Requires a high school diploma or GED equivalent supplemented by six to nine months of animal care or related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Must possess euthanasia certification within one year of employment. Must possess a valid state driver’slicense.

Our Total Compensation Package includes:

Compensation – competitive pay, based on qualifications.
Comprehensive State Medical Insurance, Dental and Vision Insurance SC State Retirement Plan Pension
Life Insurance
Long-term disability
Deferred Compensation 401K Plans
Health Savings Account (HSA) Medical Spending Account (MSA)
Public Loan Forgiveness Program (Student Loan Forgiveness Program)
13 Paid Holidays
Paid Vacation and Sick Time, Plus 2 Personal Days
Employee Assistance Program
Professional Development / Trainings

FAIRFIELD COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

Fairlabel County is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical conditions), or national origin. The department prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical conditions), or national origin.