Animal Caretaker NA-04.

Duties

• Cleans animal cages, runs and kennel rooms on a daily basis or as directed.
• Disinfects cage or run after discharge or release of animals.
• Cleans and sanitizes all feed and water pans daily or after use.
• Fees and provides fresh water for all confined animals daily and/or as directed.
• Protects animals from extreme weather conditions and from other animals.
• Takes certain precautions and uses special skills in handling vicious animals.
• Observes all animals confined daily for all signs of illness, insect infestation, loss of weight or abnormal behavior and reports conditions noted to supervisor.
• Administers topical and/or oral medications as directed by supervisor and records such treatments on clinic records.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Conditions of employment: Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required. Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position. A one-year probationary period may be required. Satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks in accordance with AR 215-3, para 2, to include a Tier 1 background investigation. Satisfactory completion of physical examination. Work requires lifting and carrying animals/material weighing up to 75 pounds and frequently handling items weighing up to 20 pounds. Walks or stands for extended periods and frequently works in a bent position. Moderate physical effort is required to lift or handle docile animals. Inside work exposes the caretaker to unpleasant odors and noises. Outside work exposes the caretaker to hot sun and occasionally bad weather. Under both conditions the caretaker works on concrete floors and is exposed to bites, scratches, and animal wastes. The caretaker may also be exposed to contagious diseases.

Qualifications

• Resumes must be two pages (or less).
• Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicant's relevant experience, skills, knowledge and abilities as they pertain to this position.
• A Qualified Candidate Must Possess The Following Knowledge of normal appearance and activities of animals to be able to recognize such characteristics as excessive loss of fur, pregnancy, indicators of fighting, illness, disease, and refusal to feed.
• Knowledge of normal feed and liquid requirements, different types of fee, and the ability to adjust amounts of feed for different animals.
• Skill in handling vicious animals.
• Ability to lift and carry weights up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods of time.