Animal Care & Sanitation Technician

The Asher House Sanctuary; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The Asher House Sanctuary is seeking a Kennel Technician in Salem, Oregon. You will help maintain the well-being of animals by cleaning kennels, disinfecting housing areas, and supporting the Animal Care Team in daily care tasks.

Responsibilities include assisting with feeding, ensuring animal safety during visits, organizing supplies, and keeping all areas clean and sanitized. Must be comfortable with animals and able to multitask in a team setting.

Qualifications

• Must be comfortable around animals of all sizes and breeds.
• Strong communication and multitasking skills.
• Ability to work with a team and be a good team player.
• Problem-solving skills and flexibility with tasks.
• Ability to work in various environments and handle animals safely under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Clean and disinfect kennel enclosures and housing areas daily.
• Clean outdoor areas and collect animal waste as needed.
• Assist with loading and unloading animal supplies.
• Assist during feeding under supervision.
• Ensure animals are secured when visitors arrive for safety.
• Keep supplies organized and reorder when needed.
• Maintain clean, litter-free areas around housing locations.

Skills

Animal care

Teamwork

Communication

Multitasking

Job description

The Asher House Sanctuary is seeking a Kennel Technician in Salem, Oregon. You will help maintain the well-being of animals by cleaning kennels, disinfecting housing areas, and supporting the Animal Care Team in daily care tasks.

Responsibilities include assisting with feeding, ensuring animal safety during visits, organizing supplies, and keeping all areas clean and sanitized. Must be comfortable with animals and able to multitask in a team setting.