Animal Care Technician - Tucson, United States - Puppies 'N Love/Animal Kingdom pet stores

Description

Animal Care Technician (ACT)
Puppies 'N Love/Animal Kingdom pet stores
We are looking for ACTs to work in our Tucson Animal Kingdom location.


We are looking for PART TIME Animal Care Technicians for 12-18 hours per week for our morning shift of 5:45 AM to 10:00 AM shifts.

Job Overview
We are looking for sharp, compassionate and dedicated animal lovers for a part time position at our Tucson location.

This important position works with a team of animal care technicians to deliver exemplary care to our puppies and demonstrates a commitment to outstanding customer service.

If you are outgoing, self-motivated and honest we may have a long-term home for you on our team.

If you are a new veterinary technician or working towards becoming one, this is a great opportunity to gain education, insight and hands-on practice in a veterinary environment.

The position requires direct handling of puppies and dogs including:

• Following company protocols to administer vaccines and other medical treatments to puppies while keeping copious medical records.
• The ability to recognize if/when a puppy might be showing signs of illness or distress.
• Informing manager(s) of any health issues with the animals
• A commitment to continuous education and training.
• Cleaning and maintaining kennels and animal living areas daily.
• Cleaning other facility areas. (Sweep, take out garbage, wash floors, etc.)
• Washing food and water bowls and making sure all sterilization protocols are followed.
• Providing each animal with food and water following approved feeding protocols.
• Following proper safety measures and procedures when using medicines, chemicals and cleaning supplies.
• Assisting other employees and customers in a cheerful and respectful manner.
• Helping maintain a clean and organized workplace.
• Responsible for all other duties as assigned by Animal Health Director.

Why work in one of our pet stores?

• Join a rapidly growing, family owned and operated pet store chain where your input and ideas are encouraged, your leadership is appreciated and your hard work is rewarded
• Opportunity for advancement in a growing local company
• Become an important team leader in a workplace where open door policies still exist and people and puppies truly do come first
• Our ongoing growth is creating exceptional opportunities for professional development and personal enrichment throughout our company
• Medical (including dental and vision), paid vacation, holiday and sick leave (if fulltime)
• Generous employee discounts
• To make a difference in the lives of thousands of people and puppies and to have fun along the way

What you bring to the table

• Exceptional organizational skills
• Ability to multitask and work consistently at a fast pace while delivering exceptional customer service to puppies and people
• The ability to stand for 8 hours and be mobile in the store for long periods of time, to bend and lift a min. of 40 lbs.
• Reliable transportation, a strong work ethic and the willingness to work nights, weekends and some holidays

How to apply:


Job Type:
Part-time


Pay:
$ $17.00 per hour


Expected hours:
per week


Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift

Work Location:
In person