Animal Technician, Sr. jobs in Durham, NC

Do you have a passion for animals?  Are you looking for a way to get your foot in the door to start your veterinary career? Then this is the position for you! 

Animal Care Technicians (ACT) are responsible for ensuring the comfort, cleanliness and enjoyment of our boarding guests through compassionate animal handling, feeding, watering, exercising and maintaining a clean boarding environment. ACT's have a strong inclination for customer service, a desire and commitment to educate our clients on how they can best care for their beloved family members, and a passionate pursuit for animal care.

Job Duties:

• The ACT's assist in accepting and discharging boarders and day-camp customers.
• Evaluate and check geriatric/special-needs pets and alert the doctor when appropriate.
• Feed and water dogs and cats.

• Walk dogs, clean cages, runs and kennels.
• Administer oral medications.
• Coordinate daily activities to include prioritizing bathing order, note medicated baths, clean tub areas and cages.
• Supervising day camp session.
• Laundry duties to include washing/drying/folding and putting away towels and other laundry.
• Light cleaning duties including sweeping, mopping and disinfecting.

Benefits package includes:

• Starting salary of $15.00 per hour

• 401(k) Retirement Savings

• Paid Time Off

• Bonus Opportunities

• Employee Discount on services and products

• Uniform Allowance

Job Type:

Part-time (20-30 hours per week)

Schedule:

Monday through Friday, rotating weekends, rotating holidays