Compassionate Shelter Care Technician

County of St. Clair; Port Huron (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

County of St. Clair is seeking an entry-level custodian to care for animals at the shelter. The role includes feeding, medicating as prescribed, cleaning kennels and facilities, and maintaining records.

You may assist with euthanasia, and must be able to work varying shifts including weekends and holidays. Responsibilities include animal intake processing, supervising kennel assignments, and basic maintenance tasks.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED; entry level position.
• Willingness to learn animal care through training.
• Ability to handle or assist with euthanasia is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Care for animals in shelter; provide food and water; administer medications as prescribed.
• Clean, disinfect kennels and all shelter areas.
• Accept animals; prepare records; assign kennels; attach IDs.
• Observe behavior, record quarantine or recovery status.
• May collect urine or fecal samples.
• Perform janitorial tasks: dust, sweep, mop; clean lavatories.
• Wash windows, walls, and woodwork; basic maintenance tasks.
• Operate cleaning equipment; gather and dispose of refuse.
• Perform light grounds maintenance; ensure safety in snow/ice.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Good physical condition

Effective communication

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Outlook

Job description

County of St. Clair is seeking an entry-level custodian to care for animals at the shelter. The role includes feeding, medicating as prescribed, cleaning kennels and facilities, and maintaining records.

You may assist with euthanasia, and must be able to work varying shifts including weekends and holidays. Responsibilities include animal intake processing, supervising kennel assignments, and basic maintenance tasks.