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Animal Kennel Technician in Dallas, Texas at SUITEMATE STAFFING SOLUTIONS INC

Job Function: MedicalEmployment Type: Full-Time
SUITEMATE STAFFING SOLUTIONS INC
Dallas, Texas, 75212, United States
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Job Description

Salary: $19/hr
Weekly Pay w/ Benefits Offered
Shift Available : Open to working Monday -Sunday will be given a schedule and will try to give two consecutive days off but not a guaranteed.

The Animal Kennel Technician provides daily care and support for neonatal animals (primarily kittens and puppies) in the shelter’s nursery program during the peak kitten season. The ideal candidate is patient, detail-oriented, and understands the basics of neonatal animal care, including feeding, temperature regulation, hygiene, and disease prevention. Maintaining a clean and disinfected environment is essential to protect the health of these vulnerable animals.Essential Duties & Responsibilities :
  • Provide daily care for neonatal animals, including bottle-feeding, stimulating for elimination, and ensuring proper warmth and hydration.
  • Follow detailed nursery protocols to maintain the health and safety of fragile animals, including regular weight checks and feeding schedules.
  • ​​​​​​​Disinfect and clean nursery areas, enclosures, and equipment thoroughly and consistently to prevent the spread of disease.
  • ​​​​​​​Monitor animals closely for signs of illness or distress and report concerns promptly.
  • ​​​​​​​Maintain accurate records of feedings, weights, health observations, and other care tasks.
  • ​​​​​​​Assist with the intake of new nursery animals, ensuring proper setup and initial health checks.
  • ​​​​​​​Support a calm, quiet environment in the nursery to reduce stress for young animals.
  • ​​​​​​​Collaborate with team members and volunteers to ensure consistent care and support.
  • ​​Help prepare animals for transition to foster homes, adoption, or other shelter programs as needed.
  • ​​​​​​​Perform other duties as assigned to support the nursery program and shelter operations.
Minimum Qualifications :
  • Basic understanding of neonatal animal care, including feeding, hygiene, and temperature control.
  • ​​​​​​​Awareness of the importance of cleaning, disinfecting, and maintaining a sanitary environment to protect animal health.
  • ​​​​​​​Willingness to learn and follow detailed care protocols.
  • ​​​​​​​Ability to work in a physically demanding environment, including lifting up to 30 pounds, standing for long periods, and handling animals of varying sizes.
  • ​​​​​​​Strong attention to detail and commitment to meticulous record-keeping.
  • ​​​​​​​Patience and compassion for fragile animals requiring specialized care.
  • ​​​​​​​Ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
  • ​​​​​​​Previous experience with animals (personal or volunteer) is helpful but not required.

Job Location

Dallas, Texas, 75212, United States

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