Job Description

FT Animal Care Technician (Animal Care)
Lexington, KY, United States of America

Overview

Are you passionate about animals? Do you want to make a positive impact in our community? Lexington-Fayette Animal Care & Control (LFACC) could be the place for you!

As an Animal Care Technician with LFACC,  you have the opportunity to work hands on with animals, provide life-saving care, and enrich their lives! LFACC is an organization that sets our sights on becoming a national model for professionalism in animal welfare. However you define your professional goals, at LFACC, you have the opportunity to achieve them. We are as passionate about our employees as we are about our mission!

Job Skills / Requirements

The Animal Care Technician (ACT) functions as an expert in providing basic care for the animals at LFACC. The ACT is responsible for maintaining a sanitary, humane environment and providing basic care for the animals with compassion and dedication.

All applicants must be 18 years of age and have a high school diploma or equivalent.

Applicants must have a flexible schedule, be available to work 40 hours each week. The required shift is 9a-6p.

WEEKENDS AND HOLIDAYS ARE REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION.

Responsibilities for the ACT position include: 

  • Animal Care
    • Prioritizes compassionate and humane care of animals, including dogs, cats, wildlife, and livestock
    • Ensures proper placement and housing of animals in the shelter
    • Ensures proper care, feeding, and watering of animals
    • Ensures all cages have animal identification cards and appropriate signs
    • Ensures regular checks of kennel areas for cleaning needs
    • Interacts with animals in a safe, humane, and respectful manner
    • Remains alert and aware of animal health and conduct
    • Reports any potential health problems/illnesses to the vet tech department
    • Completes all activities consistent with Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
    • Assists in animal handling and transport within the facility
    • Bathes animals as needed
    • Exercises animals as needed
    • Provides enrichment as needed
  • Facility Care
    • Ensures proper cleaning and disinfecting of the kennels, cages, and floors throughout the facility
    • Conducts regular checks throughout the day and cleans cages as necessary
    • Assists with grounds, facilities, and building upkeep as directed
    • Organizes and distributes donated items as directed
    • Ensures all public areas are neat and clean
    • Ensures laundry is done every day
    • Disposes of trash as needed
    • Completes other tasks as assigned
  • Customer Service
    • Exemplifies exceptional customer service
    • Assists customers who are looking for a lost pet
    • Provides basic information on animals and politely directs unrelated inquiries to the proper authority
    • Assists volunteers with handling animals
    • Educates the public on the difference between the Lexington Humane Society and Lexington-Fayette Animal Care & Control

Education Requirements (Any)

High School Diploma

Additional Information / Benefits

-Exciting work environment and the opportunity to work with animals everyday 

-Weekly pay 

-Opportunities for career advancement and merit based increases

-Hand-on training and professional development 

-Uniforms and safety equipment 

-Eligibility to participate in a Pet Wellness Program for your owned pets

-20% merchandise discount

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days, Paid Holidays, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Pension/Retirement, Simple IRA Plan

This job reports to the Animal Services Manager

This is a Full-Time position 1st Shift, Weekends.

Relocation is not provided and travel is not required

Number of Openings for this position: 2