Animal Caretaker NA-03

Duties

• Receives and shelters animals brought to the veterinarian clinic for treatment, temporary care or disposal.
• Observes animals and notifies supervisor of abnormal appearance. Feeds animals taking care to measure food portions according to feeding instructions. Keeps records on animals in the facility. Assists other workers to restrain and treat animals.
• Cleans and disinfects animal feeding utensils and pen areas. Maintains stock of cleaning materials and other items used. Mows grass and cleans yard of animal litter. Clears drains in runs. Empties garbage.
• Clears drains in runs. Empties garbage. May be required to operate a motor vehicle to transport supplies and laboratory samples.
• Ability to recognize obvious changes to the normal appearance and activities of animals. Ability to handle animals and clean work areas.
• May be required to operate a motor vehicle to transport supplies and laboratory samples. Performs assigned tasks independently.

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.
• Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
• Rotating shift work
• Selected applicant must be able to pass a Medical Physical Examination.
• Frequently lift and carry items and animals weighing over 70 pounds. Moderate effort is required to operate power washing and mowing equipment.
• Exposed to unpleasant odors and noises, animal bites, scratches and contagious diseases. May he required to wear protective equipment.
• Satisfactory completion of pre-employment background checks in accordance with AR 215-3, para.2 to include a Tier 1 background investigation.
• This position will be relocated to Wheeler Army Airfield in July 2024. All personnel will be moved to the new facility location in Wheeler Airfield, Schofield Barracks Hawaii.

How You Will Be Evaluated

• Benefits

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• Required Documents

  As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.

  The following documents must be submitted with your application:
  

  • Resume

  
  
  The below items are accepted and may be needed to support a qualification and/or a claimed priority/preference:
  

  • Cover Letter
  • DD-214/ Statement of Service
  • DA Form 3434
  • Marriage Certificate
  • PCS Orders
  • Professional Certification
  • Resume
  • SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action

• How to Apply

  You may submit your application package using one of the two methods identified below:

  • Electronically (preferred) at https://www.usajobs.gov/ and search for Vacancy Number (VIN): 12371922. Announcement closes at 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the closing date listed on this announcement.

  • Manually: Please refer to the "Additional Information" section of this announcement for instructions.

  Agency contact information

  NAF CPAC Hawaii Job Information Center

  Phone

  808-656-1459

  Email

  usarmy.shafter.usarpac.mbx.nafjobs@mail.mil

  Address

  EW-NAF-W3RBAA US ARMY GARRISON HAWAII
  DO NOT MAIL
  Fort Shafter, HI 96858
  US

  Next steps

  Your resume will be reviewed to verify that qualification requirements have been met. We appreciate your interest in this position!
  
  If you are claiming any of the above eligibilities, your supporting documentation must be received at the time of application.
  

• Fair and Transparent

  The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Financial suitability
  • Selective Service
  • New employee probationary period
  • Signature and false statements
  • Privacy Act
  • Social security number request

Required Documents

Clarification from the agency

U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. or U.S. Territory for three (3) or more continuous years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation.