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Animal Care Technician
The Animal Care Technician is responsible for the day-to-day cleaning of the dog kennels and isolation pens, cattery and medical cages. The technician carries out feedings, watering and turn outs of all dogs and cats. Afternoon responsibilities include assisting the Animal Care Manager, late feedings and enrichment.
Duties and Responsibilities
· Feed and water animals in morning and afternoon
· Turn out dogs in day pens morning and afternoon
· Disinfect and clean all dog housing, light clean 2 pm and 5 pm
· Sweep, dust and pick up as needed in aisle ways
· Maintain all animal support areas including laundry, food storage, turn outs and aisleways
· Clean catteries including cages, litter boxes and floors
· Clean Medical Room cages on weekends
· Overseeing volunteers who assist with any ACT tasks
· Assist Animal Care Manager by notating and reporting changes in animal behavior, eating, etc.
· Enrichment for dogs in kennels
Qualifications
Veterinary or Shelter Clinic experience preferred
General knowledge of small animal care and behavior
Excellent organization skills
Self-directed
High School Diploma or GED
Physical Requirements
Ability to stand for four or more hours
Ability to lift 50 pounds without assistance
Reports to
HSHC Animal Care Manager
Compensation: $10.50 – $13.00 per hour
The Humane Society of Harris County has served Harris County and the surrounding areas for since 1991. Our vision is a safe, healthy, and enriching environment for both the people and animals of our community. We are dedicated to providing support services such as our Pet Food Pantry, Trap-Neuter-Release programs, free and low-cost Rabies and Microchip Clinics, Pet Owner Support in addition to providing shelter and adoption opportunities to the animals in our care. We are poised for an ambitious expansion in the near future to reach into neighboring, underserved communities as we embrace the elements of HASS (Human and Animal Support Services) and community collaboration in animal services.