The Vanderburgh Humane Society is seeking dependable, hardworking animal lovers who can join our team as Animal Care Technicians. This position involves daily interaction with homeless animals who are often experiencing the most stressful time in their lives. Our Animal Care Techs are their primary source of the reassurance, love, and interaction they need to make their stay with us as comfortable as possible.
Job Type:
Full-time
Job Description:
- Hands-on animal care & kennel/cage cleaning (including scooping feces and cleaning up other bodily fluids like urine & mucous)
- Repetitive bending
- Scrubbing
- Daily exposure to corrosive cleaning and disinfecting agents (protective wear provided)
- Daily time spent outdoors with dogs for up to 2 hours at a time in all weather conditions 365 days a year including excessive heat, cold, snow, and ice
- Exposure to, and controlled handling of, various species of animals including:
- Dogs of all sizes, breeds, strengths, and energy levels
- Cats
- Rabbits
- Reptiles
- Other small & exotic animals including (but not limited to) pocket pets, birds, and potbellied pigs
Requirements:
- DEPENDABILITY! If you regularly call in to work, you need not apply.
- Efficiency (produce quality work at a fast pace)
- Candidates must be detail-oriented
- Candidates must be self-motivated
- Compassion toward people and animals
- Age 18+
- High school diploma or equivalency
- Weekend & some holiday availability.
Benefits:
- Competitive Pay (paid biweekly)
- Health/Vision/Dental Benefits on day 1 for FULL TIME
- Paid Time Off accruing each pay period
- Flexible Hours
- Puppy & kitten kisses included
Schedule:
- 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, 40 hours weekly
- 30 minute lunch (unpaid) and two 15-minute breaks (paid)
- Some holiday half-days required, the animals need care even on Christmas morning!
- Hours may sometimes vary, MUST be flexible. Saturday and Sunday work days may be required.
COVID-19 Considerations:
We are encouraging all team members and volunteers to get vaccinated.
*ONLY QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED. **NO PHONE CALLS.