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Animal Care TechnicianHumane Animal Rescue of Pittsburgh • Pittsburgh, PA, US
Animal Care Technician

Animal Care Technician

Humane Animal Rescue of Pittsburgh • Pittsburgh, PA, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description
Description:

Summary

The Animal Care Technician is responsible for performing a variety of daily tasks to provide for the proper care of the shelter’s animals.


Principal Responsibilities:

  • Clean kennels and maintain environment for all shelter animals according to procedures described in the Animal Care manual and as instructed by Animal Care Manager.
  • Spot-clean animal kennels throughout the day ensuring that the cages remain as clean as possible.
  • Adhere to all feeding schedules, including special diets prescribed by the Veterinary team.
  • Assist in moving dogs and cats to designated areas within the building.
  • Ensure the integrity, accuracy, and completeness of the daily monitoring sheets in addition to recording relevant information into the animal’s digital record.
  • Ensure all holding and adoption areas are maintained in a clean, sanitary, and comfortable manner reporting issues to the manager immediately.
  • Communicate questions, observations, and needed assistance to the Animal Care Team Lead.
  • Report any observed medical problems to the Medical Department.
  • Follow all behavioral protocols set by the Behavior Department with interacting with shelter animals.
  • Utilize Fear Free techniques when handling any animal in our care.
  • Distribute supply orders to appropriate locations and restock supplies daily.
  • Wash and sanitize dishes daily.
  • Wash, dry, and fold laundry daily.
  • Maintain positive relationships with co-workers, managers, directors, clients, and stakeholders.
  • Uphold the mission of Humane Animal Rescue throughout all responsibilities of the position.
  • Understand and support the Open-Door Philosophy of Humane Animal Rescue.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.


Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Time management and organizational skills.
  • Ability to multi-task and prioritize work.
  • Ability to communicate effectively.
  • Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office.


Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to hazards associated with aggressive animals.??The employee will primarily be working in an animal shelter environment.??The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate


Physical Demands:

Incumbent must be able to read, see, hear, and speak. During work, employee may be required to bend, stoop, squat, climb, and walk. This position will require the ability to stand for up to seven (7) hours per shift. The role routinely requires handling of animals in varying degrees of behavior and requires keen observational skills, as well as dexterity with a leash and other training equipment used with both cats and dogs. The position will require the ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to fifty (50) pounds. Will be required to use a computer with keyboard, telephone or handheld mobile phone, and office machinery as needed.


Travel:

This position will require working out of HARP’s North Shore and/or East End locations.

Travel supporting animals around the Pittsburgh region is required. Company vehicle is provided for transporting animals.

Requirements:

Qualifications

  • Must be able to work all shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
  • Experience working or volunteering with animals not required but is a plus.
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