Animal Technician jobs in Kentucky

Are you passionate about animals? Do you have a knack for hard work and an unwavering dedication to the well-being of our furry friends? If so, we want you on our team! Murray Calloway County Animal Shelter is seeking a couple compassionate and hardworking Animal Shelter Technicians . This role is not for the faint-hearted—it requires a special person who loves animals and is ready to go the extra mile, even on weekends and holidays.

**Key Responsibilities:**

- Provide daily care for our shelter animals, including feeding, grooming, and basic medical treatment.

- Clean and disinfect kennels and facilities to ensure a safe and healthy environment.

- Assist with animal intake, processing, and adoptions, offering excellent customer service to the public.

- Observe animals for signs of illness or injury and assist with administering medications.

- Help with animal transport.

- Perform various clerical duties, including data entry and answering phone calls.

**Qualifications:**

- High school diploma or equivalent.

- Must enjoy working with animals and be comfortable handling them.

- Valid driver’s license and the ability to pass a background check/drug test.

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

- Ability to manage stress and handle the emotional aspects of working in an animal shelter.

- Physical ability to lift heavy objects or animals (up to 50 pounds) and perform strenuous activities.

- Must be available to work weekends, evenings, and holidays.

**Work Environment:**

- Exposure to potential hazards associated with blood, infected animals, and unknown animal behaviors.

- Frequent work in outside weather conditions and occasionally in high, precarious places.

- Moderate to loud noise levels.

**Why Join Us?**

- Be part of a team that makes a difference in the lives of animals every day.

- Enjoy a supportive work environment with a shared passion for animal care.

- Opportunity for growth and learning in the field of animal care and control.

**Murray Calloway County Animal Shelter is an Equal Opportunity Employer.** All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

Are you ready to make a difference? Apply today and join our dedicated team at the Murray Calloway County Animal Shelter. Visit our website at http://callowaycountyky.gov or stop by the Animal Shelter to get an application. Together, we can create a better world for our furry friends!

This position offers the opportunity to work closely with animals in a supportive team environment. If you have a passion for animal welfare and meet the experience requirements, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding role.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Seasonal

Pay: $11.00 - $13.00 per hour

Expected hours: 12 – 40 per week

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Every weekend
• Holidays

Application Question(s):

• Do you acknowledge this position requires you to work weekends and holidays?

Work Location: In person