Seasonal Kennel Technician

Salary: $13.00 Hourly
Location : Animal Shelter - 1650 Gross Road, Mesquite, TX
Job Type: Seasonal
Job Number: 2600262
Department: Animal Services
Division: Animal Services
Opening Date: 06/05/2026
Closing Date: 7/6/2026 4:00 PM Central


GENERAL SUMMARY

Salary: $13.00/hr
Performs semi-skilled maintenance work in the Animal Shelter as well as provides customer service to Shelter visitors.

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SUPERVISION

General supervision is provided by the Animal Shelter and Rescue Coordinator.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• All behaviors comply with the Code of Conduct and Rules of Behavior outlined in Chapter 8 of the General Government Policies and Procedures Manual.
• Adheres to assigned work schedule as outlined in city and department attendance policies and procedures.
• Provide assistance to customers wishing to adopt an animal; escorts customers through the Shelter; responds to and directs questions regarding adoption or purchasing procedures. Receives animals at the Shelter.
• Provide care for animals in the Shelter including feeding, cleaning and monitoring animal behavior. Monitors conditions of animals and implements precautionary measures in order to prevent disease transmission. Cleans and disinfects pens, floors and related areas in accordance with established practices.
• Maintains accuracy of animal placement and identification in kennels and computer system.
• Administers vaccinations and medications as directed. Implants microchips and ensures safe handling of pets coming in and leaving the shelter.
• Assists certified staff with euthanizing animals as appropriate.
• Clean, maintain and perform minor repairs in the Animal Shelter.
• Cleans and maintains grounds around the Shelter and the office.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Assists with customer service in the lobby and on the phone when needed.


2. Perform other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION
High School Diploma or GED.


EXPERIENCE


Six months experience working with animals preferred but not required.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES


Possession of a valid driver's license.
WORK SCHEDULE

Hours will vary, up to 40 hours weekly
Rotating Shifts between 9AM-6PM
June - September
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT
This position does not require a physical for employment.

Applicants with disabilities meeting the job requirements and capable of performing the essential functions of the job, either on their own or with reasonable accommodations, are encouraged to apply.
Full Time Employees:
The City of Mesquite offers the Zero Premium, Employee Only Benefits under the following plans: High Deductible Medical Plan, Dental HMO Plan, Vision Plan, and Life Insurance.
The City is self-insured and offers a choice of two medical plans: HSA, and High Deductible Medical Plans through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas. Employee medical coverage goes into effect the first day of the month following 30 days of employment. Coverage is available to all full-time employees at group rates. Employees enrolled in the City's self-insured medical plan also have access to the Mesquite Employee Health Center (MEHC) clinic and pharmacy.


The City offers three dental plan options: a managed plan (DHMO), an indemnity plan (DPPO), an enhanced indemnity plan (DPPO Enhanced). Coverage is available to all full-time employees at group rates.


The City offers free Vision Insurance to all employees. Dependents can be added for an additional fee.


Basic Group Life Insurance protection is provided to eligible full-time employees in the amount of two times the annual salary as recorded at the beginning of each year. The following voluntary benefits are available to full-time employees: Supplemental Life, AD&D Insurance, Cancer Insurance and Long-Term Disability


Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS): All employees appointed to positions designated to work 1,000 hours or more per year must participate in the TMRS. TMRS is a qualified tax-deferred retirement plan under Section 401 of the IRS. Seven (7) percent of gross earnings are deducted each payroll as a pre-tax deduction and deposited into the member account. When an employee becomes vested and retires, the City provides 2-to-1 matching contributions.


Other benefits include Social Security, Tax Saver Program (Section 125 Flexible Spending Account), Deferred Compensation Plans, Direct Deposit, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, Sick Leave and Personal Leave.
For more information about the City of Mesquite's employee benefits, please visit:
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Select the option that best represents the highest level of education you have achieved.

• Less than High School completion
• High School or GED equivalency
• Technical or Community College attendance
• Technical School completion
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Ph.D.
• Juris Doctorate

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How many years' experience do you have working with animals. PLEASE NOTE: YEARS OF EXPERIENCE MUST BE REFLECTED IN THE WORK EXPERIENCE SECTION OF THE APPLICATION.

• No Experience
• Less than 6 months
• 6 months to less than 1 year
• 1 years to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 4 years
• 4 years to less than 5 years
• More than 5 years

03


Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

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PLEASE READ CAREFULLY: If you are a current City of Mesquite employee, have you been employed in your current position with the City of Mesquite for at least 3 months? Please indicate the option that best represents your current status.

• No, I do NOT work for the City of Mesquite
• Yes, I am a current seasonal employee with the City of Mesquite
• Yes, I have been in my current City position as a fulltime/parttime employee for at least 3 months
• No, I have NOT been in my current City of Mesquite position as a fulltime/parttime employee for 3 months

Required Question