Shelter Animal Care & Enrichment Technician

Garland; Garland (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Garland Animal Services seeks an Animal Care Technician to maintain the health and comfort of shelter animals. Responsibilities include feeding, exercising, grooming, cleaning kennels, and recording observations.

The role requires indoor and outdoor work with physical labor and a HS diploma or GED, plus 6 months to 2 years in animal care; bilingual Spanish is preferred. Work is performed under the Shelter Supervisor and Director, with potential to train at multiple Garland locations; a

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Six months to two years of animal care experience.
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred.
• Good communication and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Clean and disinfect kennels, cages, litter boxes, and equipment; launder bedding and towels.
• Feed, water, exercise, and groom animals.
• Monitor animal health and record observations.
• Assist with dog playgroups and enrichment; maintain records of behavior.
• Communicate with staff clearly; assist Shelter Supervisor and Director.

Skills

People skills

Coaching and training

Workload management

Professionalism

Punctuality

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Garland Animal Services seeks an Animal Care Technician to maintain the health and comfort of shelter animals. Responsibilities include feeding, exercising, grooming, cleaning kennels, and recording observations.

The role requires indoor and outdoor work with physical labor and a HS diploma or GED, plus 6 months to 2 years in animal care; bilingual Spanish is preferred. Work is performed under the Shelter Supervisor and Director, with potential to train at multiple Garland locations; a