Animal Care Technician

Animal Care TechnicianInland Valley Humane Society and S.P.C.A$17.85 Hourly500 Humane Way, Pomona, CAFull-TimeContinuousJob DescriptionAn Animal Care Technician works one-on-one with animals to monitor and maintain the health of animals under their care and performs duties such as receiving new animals, cleaning and changing cages and providing food and water. Other duties may include updating and maintaining animal records, administering injections and medications, sterilizing equipment, preparing laboratory samples (Rabies testing), assisting with medical care of animals and interacting with and educating the public on topics such as pet overpopulation, feline population management, etc.ResponsibilitiesProvides food and water for domestic, wild, and exotic animals at shelterCleans and disinfects animal enclosures and feed bowlsEuthanizes animals as neededObserves animals for signs of illness or injury and reports findings to Veterinary CenterMaintains facilityAssists with the Adoptions Department for socials and health checksScanning, vaccinating and deworming of animals that the shelter receivesPerforms other duties as assignedQualificationsHigh school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) equivalentKnowledge and AbilitiesAnimal species and breedsAging of dogs and catsAbility to properly identify genders of dogs and catsProper methods of safely handing and restraining a wide variety of animalsAnimal nutritional needsSymptoms of common diseases of dogs and catsPhysical RequirementsAbility to lift 40 pounds as demonstrated by a challenge testExtensive direct handling, carrying, and restraining of animals, both large and smallCarrying of supplies and equipmentExtensive walking, standing stooping, bending and carryingOccasional running to apprehend loose animals evading captureCommunicate effectively with general public, staff and city contacts in person and by telephoneRead and write handwritten and typewritten documents/recordsAble to tolerate loud animal noises and objectionable odorsScheduleOvertime as neededDays, including weekends and holidaysEnvironmental Conditions:Work outside in various types of weather. Must be able to work in or around animal fur, dander, excrement, deal with and protect against infectious and aggressive animals. Incumbents may encounter customers who are emotionally distressed and confrontational.Supplemental InformationOnly those candidates whose applications and resumes most clearly demonstrate the job-related experience, education, and training sought by Inland Valley Humane Society shall be selected to move forward in the recruitment process. Placement in the position shall be contingent upon the successful completion of a written test with a minimum score of 80%, a reference check, prior employment check, Live Scan, and pre-employment medical exam including a drug test.All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; Inland Valley Humane Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer.