Kennel Technician — Animal Care & Adopter Shows

SPCA Cincinnati; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

SPCA Cincinnati is seeking a Kennel Technician to care for animals, sanitize living spaces, and assist with showings for adopters. The role involves daily cleaning, feeding, and ensuring animal welfare within a busy shelter environment.

The position requires strong communication, the ability to work with diverse teams, and flexibility to work daytime, evenings, and weekends. Candidates must be at least 18 with a high school diploma or GED and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to handle stressful situations as presented by visitors, staff and/or volunteers.
• Ability to work in environments with possible exposure to dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, traffic hazards, pathogenic substances, animal attacks and animal bites.
• Must be 18 years of age, has a high school diploma or equivalent GED, valid driving license with a clean record.
• Ability to operate a computer and knowledge of commonly associated software programs.
• Ability to lift 30 lbs. or more, work with all species of animals, have the physical ability to maintain balance, scoop, crouch, and reach over your head.
• Ability to work daytime, evenings and weekends as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning assigned areas, including urine, feces, and other waste material.
• Ensuring animals in cleaning areas have food and water.
• Performing shows and releases for potential adopters or new owners.
• Constant cleaning of hallways, walls and windows throughout the facility.
• Report to veterinarians any bleeding, sickness, or injuries.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Stress tolerance

Physical endurance

Computer skills

Lifting ability

Flexible schedule

Animal handling

Driving license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

SPCA Cincinnati is seeking a Kennel Technician to care for animals, sanitize living spaces, and assist with showings for adopters. The role involves daily cleaning, feeding, and ensuring animal welfare within a busy shelter environment.

The position requires strong communication, the ability to work with diverse teams, and flexibility to work daytime, evenings, and weekends. Candidates must be at least 18 with a high school diploma or GED and a valid driver’s license.