Kennel Assistant
Req ID: 956
Business Unit: Planning & Protective Services
Division: Protective Services
Regular/ Auxiliary: Auxiliary
Pay Grade: CAN/05/02/J05
Rate of Pay: $28.15 - $30.31 per hour plus 14% in lieu of benefits
Hours of Work: Varies - as and when needed, including days, evenings and weekends
Posting Date: July 23, 2024
Closing Date: This position will remain open until filled.
Summary
This position is responsible for kennel cleaning and undertakes a series of routine duties to clean animal pens, feed animals, and clean other areas of the shelter. May be required to assist the Kennel Master with inquiries from the public and wash and groom animals in the care of the animal shelter.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
• Removes animal food dishes, litter pan, empties, cleans and replaces with fresh supplies.
• Cleans and replaces bedding as required.
• Cleans feces as required.
• Sweeps out cage, wipes down and sterilizes all cage surfaces.
• Sweeps and mops floor when all cage cleaning is complete.
• Cleans rabbit hutches, cleans wood chips and provides clean food and water.
• Transfers dogs to outer run during cleaning process.
• Hoses down and sanitizes centre aisle dividing impound and adoption runs.
• Hoses down septic tank box when dog area cleaning is complete.
• Cleans outside dog runs.
• Maintains the hygiene and appearance of the animal shelter.
• Observes animals and reports any illness or changes in animals to Kennel Master immediately.
• Assists Kennel Master with animal vaccinations and microchips.
• Observes any defects with cages, doors etc and reports any concerns to the Kennel Master.
• Keeps inventory of supplies, reporting supplies needed.
• Which may include picking up and storing supplies.
• Assists Kennel Master and Volunteers by preparing animals for exercise and taking them back in when returned.
• Transports animals to veterinarians for treatment and carcasses to Landfill as needed.
• Answers radio check ins and completes radio log when required.
• Answers queries from members of the public at the shelter front counter and on the phone.
• Releases impounded animals to and collects impound and boarding fees from owners.
• Follows all policies, procedures and standards of the CRD.
• Performs other related duties as required.
Additional Information
- None
Key Skills & Abilities
- Excellent communication (verbal and written), interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Strong ability to understand and effectively carry out oral and written instructions.
- Thorough knowledge of and experience with animal training and grooming techniques.
- Thorough knowledge of basic animal first aid (preferably through course work) and ability to assess the health of animals.
- Strong ability to take initiative, use independent judgement and show discretion.
- Strong physical ability, strength and stamina to perform the required duties.
Qualifications
- High School Graduation
- Courses in a related discipline
- A minimum of 1 year directly related experience
- An equivalent combination of education and experience
Certifications
- Valid BC Driver's Licence
- Acceptable criminal record check. The applicant/incumbent is required to undergo a criminal record check to work in this position and to report to their supervisor if any criminal charges are laid against them that may be related to their employment.
APPLICATIONS
To apply for this exciting opportunity, please click "Apply now" to submit your resume and covering letter online.
We welcome all qualified applicants to apply and may consider a combination of experience, education and/or training where possible.
The Capital Regional District wishes to thank you for your interest and advises that only those candidates under active consideration will be contacted.
