Entry Kennel Technician: Grow with Animals

Walker-County-Government; Chickamauga (GA); In loco; USD 17.000 - 22.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Walker County Government is seeking an entry-level Kennel Technician to join its animal care team in Chickamauga, GA. You will perform basic duties such as cleaning, feeding, walking, and handling animals with care and respect.

Weekend work is required, and there is room to grow into additional responsibilities. The role emphasizes safety, humane treatment, and clear communication with staff and the public.

Competenze

• Effective communication in English, both written and spoken.
• Experience in customer service is preferred but not required.
• Ability to handle animals with care and restraint as needed.
• Willingness to work weekends and follow established protocols.

Mansioni

• Clean and disinfect cages, runs and yards using hoses and disinfectants.
• Feed, walk, exercise, and bathe animals in care.
• Inspect animals for abnormal activity and report to supervisors.
• Assist with restraining, handling sick or aggressive animals and client questions.
• Assist with euthanasia events as needed.
• Maintain charts for eating, drinking, fecal and urine production.
• Administer medications and vaccinations as required.
• Clean up after animals inside and outside, including litter boxes and bowls.
• Move bedding to laundry area and replace in cages.
• Operate laundry to clean kennel bedding and hospital linens.
• Perform housekeeping tasks to maintain shelter condition and safety.
• Work daily with animals of varying size and temperament in a safe, caring manner.

Conoscenze

Communication

Customer service

Animal handling

Basic math

Following instructions

Formazione

High School diploma or GED

Descrizione del lavoro

Walker County Government is seeking an entry-level Kennel Technician to join its animal care team in Chickamauga, GA. You will perform basic duties such as cleaning, feeding, walking, and handling animals with care and respect.

Weekend work is required, and there is room to grow into additional responsibilities. The role emphasizes safety, humane treatment, and clear communication with staff and the public.