Contingent Animal Relocation Driver

About the role

This is a remote position within the United States that requires travel as outlined below. Candidates may be based anywhere in the U.S.; however, preference will be given to those located in the following cities:

• Dallas, TX
• Philadelphia, PA
• Chattanooga, TN
• St. Louis, MO
• Kansas City, KS

Responsibilities

Animal Relocation Drivers, a contracted position hired through a third-party staffing agency, are responsible for driving ASPCA-owned vehicles to relocate animals from source to destination partners. In addition to the crucial task of care and transport of both dogs and cats, this position is responsible for stocking the vehicle, monitoring the inventory in storage, maintaining logs, cleaning trucks and, on occasion, delivering the truck for maintenance.

• Manage onsite loading and unloading of dogs and cats on transport vehicles
• Examine animals for obvious signs of illness or injury and communicate as described in protocols
• Triage the animal load and unload
• Provide care for animals on transport
• Provide spot cleaning for animals on transport
• Learn to recognize illness or distress and how to manage minor issues
• Communicate with ASPCA Veterinarian
• Communicate with shelter staff and volunteers
• Liaison with ASPCA Manager
• Excellent customer service communications are expected
• Stock vehicles and storage unit with supplies as directed
• Thoroughly clean and disinfect interior of vehicles in cab and animal compartment
• Absorb minor repairs and maintenance as needed
• Assist with delivery of supplies to various ASPCA and partner locations in multiple states
• Perform medical-grade disinfection of vehicles, cages, carriers and equipment in a variety of weather conditions
• Stock transport trucks with carriers and supplies to meet inventory needs
• Communicate vehicle maintenance needs to Manager
• Maintain organized, clean and disinfected workspace
• Perform additional duties as assigned
• Keep track of high value equipment entrusted to drivers (check out during morning shift & check in during evening shift)
• Perform daily inspections to exterior of vehicles for damage
• Park and maneuver vehicles
• Utilize provided PPE (Personal Protection Equipment)
• Safely manage animals to maximize personal safety and safety of animals and teammates
• Understand OSHA regulations and requirements on the vehicle
• Receive and transfer dogs and cats and ensure corresponding electronic and hardcopy paperwork is complete and correct
• Provide accurate and responsible oversight of fleet card and corresponding receipts
• Make copies, and stock inventory with forms if requested
• Complete all necessary forms for vehicle maintenance and repair and any necessary logs

Qualifications

• Deep commitment to saving more shelter pets’ lives through critical transport assistance work
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting with minimal supervision
• Exceptional detail orientation
• Ability to precisely follow written protocols
• Experience with cleaning animal housing (preferred, not required)
• Ability to repeatedly lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to bend, crouch, and kneel
• Basic computer skills required; familiarity with using an iPad and iPhone preferred
• Demonstrates care and concern for the well-being of animals
• Ability to take responsibility for project management
• Able to work and drive in inclement weather, including heat, rain, and snow

Education and Work Experience

• High School Diploma (Required)
• One or more years of professional animal handling required, additional experience preferred
• Experience driving commercial vehicles a plus but not required

About Us

The ASPCA was founded in 1866 on the belief that animals are entitled to kind and respectful treatment by humans and must be protected under the law. As a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporation with more than two million supporters nationwide, the ASPCA is committed to preventing cruelty to dogs, cats, equines, and farm animals throughout the United States.

The ASPCA is headquartered in New York City, where we maintain a full-service animal hospital, spay/neuter clinic, mobile spay/neuter and primary pet care clinics, a rehabilitation center for canine victims of cruelty, kitten nursery, adoption center, and two community veterinary centers.

The ASPCA also operates programs and services that extend nationwide. We assist animals in need through on-the-ground disaster and cruelty interventions, behavioral rehabilitation, animal placement, legal and legislative advocacy, and the advancement of the sheltering and veterinary community through research, training, and resources.

At the ASPCA, we are committed to fostering a collaborative and compassionate culture and we welcome all voices to contribute to our lifesaving mission. Our staff represent a vast array of backgrounds and diversity dimensions, bringing with them valuable experiences and perspectives. They join the ASPCA to learn, grow, and continually do their best work on behalf of animals. We are inspired by our staff, partners, and the communities we support across the country who work to improve animal lives. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion at the ASPCA because it elevates our organizational culture, aligns with our Core Values, and enables us to move further and faster toward the ASPCA’s vision – that all animals live good lives; valued by society, protected by its laws, and free from cruelty, pain and suffering.

Our EEO Policy: The ASPCA is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, age, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.