Cat Care Technician: Shelter Animal Care Specialist

Rockingham Harrisonburg SPCA; Virginia; On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO accrual

Adoption fee waived

Hill's Pro Staff Feeding program

Staff discounts

Staff appreciation events

Job summary

Rockingham Harrisonburg SPCA, a longstanding animal welfare nonprofit, seeks a Cat Care Technician under the Animal Care department. Responsibilities include feeding, cleaning, monitoring health, and enriching the animals’ environment.

You’ll work with staff, volunteers, and fosters to ensure humane care and adoptability. The role requires lifting, weekend and holiday availability, and a starting wage of $15 per hour, with PTO after a probation period.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous experience working with animals is not required.
• Good time management and oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Daily feeding of animals and cleaning of housing areas.
• Monitor and report medical and behavioral health of animals.
• Provide mental and physical exercise to animals and assist with laundry and dishes as needed.
• Deep cleaning of crates, traps, and equipment; assist with repairs as needed.

Skills

Animal care

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Rockingham Harrisonburg SPCA, a longstanding animal welfare nonprofit, seeks a Cat Care Technician under the Animal Care department. Responsibilities include feeding, cleaning, monitoring health, and enriching the animals’ environment.

You’ll work with staff, volunteers, and fosters to ensure humane care and adoptability. The role requires lifting, weekend and holiday availability, and a starting wage of $15 per hour, with PTO after a probation period.