Compassionate Animal Care Technician — Full-Time

Sacbar; San Mateo (CA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits package

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life

Retirement plan with employer matching

Employee Assistance Plan

Pet vaccines and discounts

Job summary

Peninsula Humane Society & SPCA in the San Mateo area is seeking an Animal Care Technician. The role provides humane care for all animals in our care, maintains clean and sanitary environments, and supports shelter operations with feeding, water, and supply management.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED (or equivalent experience), the ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and a flexible schedule including weekends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, or 6 months to 1 year related experience.
• Must lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to manage emotional aspects of end-of-life services.
• Background check required upon hire.
• Valid California driver's license with clean record.

Responsibilities

• Provide humane care for all animals in the Peninsula Humane Society's care.
• Clean and disinfect animal areas to maintain a safe environment.
• Feed and ensure water is available at all times for all animals.
• Unload, store and restock Animal Care Department supplies.
• Certified in euthanasia within six months of employment in house.
• Perform euthanasia in accordance with policies and California law as needed.
• Perform owner present euthanasia as needed.
• Perform decapitations on select animals per health department guidelines as needed.
• Dispose of deceased animals properly.
• Light maintenance and other janitorial duties.
• Assist in training of new staff and volunteers.
• Provide assistance to other departments as assigned.
• Help enhance the organization’s public image behind the scenes.
• Work to improve the quality of life for animals.

Skills

Animal handling

Heavy lifting

End-of-life support

Flexible schedule

Background check

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Peninsula Humane Society & SPCA in the San Mateo area is seeking an Animal Care Technician. The role provides humane care for all animals in our care, maintains clean and sanitary environments, and supports shelter operations with feeding, water, and supply management.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED (or equivalent experience), the ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and a flexible schedule including weekends.