Animal Shelter Technician: Microchips & Compassionate Care

City of Midland, TX; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Midland, TX is seeking an Animal Shelter Technician to care for pets and wildlife, assist with microchipping and cremation services, and support animal control efforts. You will work with the public, rescue groups, and officers to promote health, safety, and dignity for animals in our care.

Responsibilities include health evaluations, sanitation, and assisting with euthanasia and cremation as needed.

Qualifications

• Ability to deal with the public and provide humane care for the animals.
• Some knowledge in the recognition of animal diseases is needed.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Valid Texas driver’s license required.
• Must be able to obtain Department of State Health Services Basic Certification within one year of employment.
• Must be able to obtain euthanasia certification within six months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Processes animals that are brought to the shelter by providing health evaluations and parasite control.
• Maintains sanitation and the environment of kennels and animal facilities.
• Assists in euthanasia and the disposal of animals as required.
• Maintains and operates the cremation system for mass disposal and private cremations.
• Picks up dead animals and handles transport or disposal as needed.
• Micro-chips animals leaving animal controls custody.
• Unloads animals from the public, veterinarians, and animal control offices.
• Performs routine equipment and facility maintenance.
• Provides assistance to visitors and handles basic inquiries.

Skills

Public interaction

Humane care

Animal disease knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The City of Midland, TX is seeking an Animal Shelter Technician to care for pets and wildlife, assist with microchipping and cremation services, and support animal control efforts. You will work with the public, rescue groups, and officers to promote health, safety, and dignity for animals in our care.

Responsibilities include health evaluations, sanitation, and assisting with euthanasia and cremation as needed.