Training School Kennel Technician

About the role

Guiding Eyes for the Blind is dedicated to creating and supporting life-changing connections between people and dogs. This position plays a crucial role in ensuring the health and happiness of our exceptional dogs.

Responsibilities

• Provide a high level of animal husbandry care to all dogs including, but not limited to bathing, feeding, check overs, nail clipping, ear cleaning, and medicating in accordance with established policies and procedures
• Clean and maintain equipment, kennel facilities and assigned grounds according to established protocols
• Absorb and maintain accurate and timely records utilizing point of entry system
• Learn how to effectively handle and manage dogs; monitor and control dogs in community run
• Work with Kennel volunteers providing support, guidance and recognition
• Conduct tours and provide assistance during Graduations
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Physical stamina with the ability to lift and control 65-75 pound dogs and withstand up to two hours of repetitive bending, stooping, kneeling and squatting on concrete surface
• Able to regularly lift and carry portable dog crates and dog pens weighing up to 30 pounds
• Experience caring for dogs in a kennel, veterinarian's office or training environment preferred
• Reliability, high level of integrity and punctuality are essential
• Flexibility in availability is a must including weekends, evenings and holidays as required
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Able to work daily with bleach and other cleaning agents
• Able to accurately assess situations and make quick, sound judgements
• Able to multitask and adapt quickly to changing priorities
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office programs; Salesforce savvy a plus

Benefits

Guiding Eyes for the Blind offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Competitive and generous healthcare (Medical/Dental/Vision)
• Life Insurance
• 403(b)
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Pay: $20.00/hour

Equal Opportunity Employer

M/F, D/V Must be authorized to work in the United States