Part-Time Animal Shelter Care Technician

City of Cedar Rapids; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Cedar Rapids seeks a dedicated Temporary Animal Shelter Technician to join our Animal Control team. This part-time role ensures daily care, cleaning, feeding, enrichment, and humane handling of animals in the shelter.

Responsibilities include cleaning kennels, documenting observations, exercising animals, stocking supplies, and maintaining a clean, safe facility. Requires high school diploma, reliable attendance, valid driver's license, and ability to lift 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Reliable attendance is required.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff and the public.
• Ability to work with diverse populations and handle animals humanely.

Responsibilities

• Clean and disinfect kennels and shelter runs daily.
• Feed and water animals; observe and document health and behavior.
• Exercise animals and provide enrichment according to routines.
• Stock and organize animal holding and storage areas.
• Maintain equipment and report needed repairs.

Skills

Reliable attendance

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma (GED acceptable)

Job description

City of Cedar Rapids seeks a dedicated Temporary Animal Shelter Technician to join our Animal Control team. This part-time role ensures daily care, cleaning, feeding, enrichment, and humane handling of animals in the shelter.

Responsibilities include cleaning kennels, documenting observations, exercising animals, stocking supplies, and maintaining a clean, safe facility. Requires high school diploma, reliable attendance, valid driver's license, and ability to lift 50 lbs.