Animal Care Technician

About the role

The City of Pflugerville seeks an individual who embodies the core values of Positive, Forward-thinking, Integrity, Resilience, Service, and Teamwork. This position involves caring for animals, maintaining the facility, and promoting a positive public image.

Responsibilities

• Clean and disinfect all dog kennels, cat cages, outdoor kennels, portable carries, and other animal cages daily.
• Feed and water all shelter animals as required.
• Interact with, walk, and exercise all animals as needed.
• Assist Animal Services Staff with intake, adoption, and reclaim of animals.
• Administer required medications and vaccinations.
• Clean and disinfect all used feeding bowls, utensils, and bedding.
• Clean and maintain all facility buildings to project a professional image.
• Maintain and request as needed the ordering of an adequate supply of all necessary feed, cleaning supplies, and maintenance supplies.
• Perform necessary maintenance as needed, including using special equipment or expertise.
• Advise supervisor of necessary maintenance needed.
• Transport animals to and from vet clinics and adoption events as needed.

Requirements

• Formal Education: High School diploma or equivalent experience.
• Relatable Work Experience: 1+ years’ experience working with animals, or some combination of experience and training that provides requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities preferred.
• Training/Licenses: Valid Texas driver license with driving record that meets City guidelines (preferred).

Qualifications

• Vet tech experience or certification preferred.

Skills

• Knowledge of using a personal computer and associated software programs.
• Ability to establish and maintain professionally effective relationships.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to safely operate and maintain assigned City vehicles, radio, and other communication devices, animal handling equipment, office equipment, grounds equipment.
• Knowledge of Federal, State, and Local guidelines pertaining to animal shelter facilities and animal care.

Benefits

10 hours of vacation leave per month.
8 hours of sick leave per month.
Medical insurance and benefits provided at zero premium cost to the employee.
50% employer dependent health benefits premium contribution.
Dental benefits are provided at zero premium cost to the employee.
24 hours of paid personal holiday leave each fiscal year.
10 wellness hours each fiscal year.
Retirement plan includes a 7% contribution of an employee's gross salary to the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a City contribution match of 2 to 1 (14%) at retirement.
Military leave.
Education reimbursement assistance.

To learn more about the benefits offered by the City of Pflugerville, please visit Benefits | Pflugerville, TX - Official Website.