Animal Care Technician

BrightSide Animal Center

Job Description

The Animal Care Technician (ACT) focuses on all aspects of shelter operations and helps maintain consistency between the front and back of the shelter. ACTs handle animals with compassion and understanding and all work is to be accurately and efficiently documented as needed. ACTs provide excellent customer service to any person seeking services from BrightSide Animal Center. The position participates in and promotes animal safety and wellness within the shelter and during special events, both at the shelter and offsite.

Work may be performed in noisy indoor and outdoor environments. You may encounter exposure to the elements, including severe cold and heat, be exposed to zoonotic diseases and aggressive animals that may result in scratches, bites, kicking or cause other bodily injuries. People assigned to this position may encounter high levels of stress. Position requires lifting up to 50 pounds, bending, stretching, and standing for long periods of time, computer work, writing, and filing. You must have the physical and mental ability to safely perform the full range of duties of the position without creating a hazard to self or others.

This is a full-time position that requires 40 hours per week and may include weekends, nights, and holiday work.

This is a full time job