Animal Care Specialist
Labor Staffing Inc.
Job Description
Job Description
Job Title: Animal Care Specialist
Location: Local Animal Shelter
Pay: starting at 17.50/ hour
Shift: First Shift
Background Friendly: Yes - second chance employer
Summary
We are seeking compassionate and dependable Animal Care Specialists to join a local animal shelter team. In this role, you will help provide daily care, feeding, cleaning, and enrichment activities for animals while maintaining a safe and sanitary environment. This is a rewarding opportunity for individuals who enjoy working with animals and making a positive impact in their community.
Key Responsibilities
- Feed and provide fresh water to shelter animals according to established schedules
- Clean and sanitize kennels, cages, animal housing areas, and equipment
- Monitor animals for signs of illness, injury, or behavioral changes and report concerns
- Assist with animal handling, exercise, socialization, and enrichment activities
- Maintain accurate records related to feeding, medications, and daily observations
- Support adoption events and assist potential adopters when needed
- Launder bedding, towels, and other shelter materials
- Ensure compliance with shelter policies, safety procedures, and animal welfare standards
- Assist veterinary staff with routine care and treatments as directed
Required Qualifications
- Ability to work around animals of various sizes, breeds, and temperaments
- Comfortable performing cleaning and sanitation duties throughout the shift
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand, walk, bend, and kneel for extended periods
- Reliable transportation and strong attendance record
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and follow instructions
- Compassionate attitude and commitment to animal welfare
Preferred Qualifications - not required
- Previous experience working with animals, veterinary clinics, kennels, farms, or shelters
- Basic knowledge of animal behavior and handling techniques
- Customer service experience
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply with Labor Staffing today. Animal lovers with a strong work ethic and a desire to help animals in need are encouraged to apply. Background-friendly opportunities available for qualified candidates. TEXT once application is completed -
Company DescriptionLabor Staffing Inc. is a family-owned staffing company based in Decatur, Georgia with over 25 years of experience providing workforce solutions across multiple industries. We specialize in recruiting, onboarding, and managing dependable employees for hospitality, distribution, retail, warehouse, manufacturing, and light industrial operations.
Our team combines modern technology with hands-on support to deliver fast, responsive staffing solutions nationwide. We pride ourselves on strong communication, operational support, and building long-term partnerships with both our clients and employees. At Labor Staffing, we believe in creating growth opportunities, maintaining a supportive work environment, and helping our team succeed professionally.Company Description
Labor Staffing Inc. is a family-owned staffing company based in Decatur, Georgia with over 25 years of experience providing workforce solutions across multiple industries. We specialize in recruiting, onboarding, and managing dependable employees for hospitality, distribution, retail, warehouse, manufacturing, and light industrial operations.\r\n\r\nOur team combines modern technology with hands-on support to deliver fast, responsive staffing solutions nationwide. We pride ourselves on strong communication, operational support, and building long-term partnerships with both our clients and employees.\r\n\r\nAt Labor Staffing, we believe in creating growth opportunities, maintaining a supportive work environment, and helping our team succeed professionally.
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