Sea Dog Animal Training, LLC Overview
Sea Dog Animal Training, LLC (SDAT) is looking to add top talent to our team! We are hiring an Animal Caretaker 1, who will be responsible for the daily care of all our animal residents. Individuals with experience working with exotic animals are preferred, however we welcome candidates with diverse animal experience for consideration.
SDAT works mostly with non-profit rescue organizations and shelters, and the public as well, to provide proactive behavioral management. As a company that focuses its efforts on reducing the pet overpopulation crisis in Houston, we are looking for passionate individuals that understand and support our important mission. We are committed to using training to help pets in need graduate to their forever homes.
The ideal candidate will be familiar with the challenges the city of Houston and surrounding areas face regarding the pet overpopulation crisis. SDAT offers a variety of services. Candidates will be expected to work on-site at our training and boarding facility, located in Cypress, TX. We offer a variety of training opportunities for our clients including private sessions, group sessions, socialization, Board and Train, boarding, etc. Applicants have the opportunity to progress to a Trainer position. A level is assigned, commensurate experience and performance (Apprentice Trainer level or Associate Trainer level). The majority of our work focuses on dogs; however, we also provide training for cats and exotics. If you are looking for purpose-driven, rewarding work with opportunity for mentorship and growth, look no further!
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Animal Caregiver I Basic Requirements:
- One (1) year of professional experience working with animals required
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule (including nights, weekends, and holidays)
- Physical ability to work with dogs and cats of various breeds and sizes.
- All positions are currently part-time status
Purpose/Description
Feed, water, walk, bathe, and otherwise provide care to maintain and promote the well-being of animals in the facility.
Clean and disinfect animal enclosures and other areas of the facility.
Keep records of all aspects of animal care.
Education and experience
High school diploma or equivalent
Short-term on the job training
English Language: knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Work setting/environment
Requires working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions
Requires working outdoors, exposed to very hot and very cold temperatures, and rain
Includes exposure to strong cleaning agents and disinfectants
Includes exposure to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable
Includes exposure to unpleasant odors
Includes exposure to animal urine, feces, vomitus, saliva and other bodily fluids
Includes some job tasks which need to be performed in close proximity to other people
Personal interaction
Requires working alone
Requires working with others in a group or team
Requires coordinating with others to accomplish work activities
Requires work with external customers such as clients, rescue organization staff, vendors, contractors, and delivery personnel
Responsibility for others
Requires responsibility for the health and safety of others
Pace and scheduling
Requires meeting strict deadlines
Job hazards
May include exposure to zoonotic disease or infection
May include being jumped on, scratched, or bitten by animals in the facility
Work Context/body positioning/physical activities
Requires repetitive movement
Requires standing, walking, and running
Requires using hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, and controls
Requires bending and twisting
Requires the ability to move quickly
Communication
Requires contact with others (face to face, by telephone, and otherwise)
Requires face to face discussions with individuals and teams
Report accidents, injuries, near-misses, and animal behavioral/health events and incidents in a timely manner
Active Learning: understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making
Active Listening: giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times
Critical Thinking/troubleshooting: using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems. Appropriately prioritize some aspects of animal care.
Time Management: manage one’s own time appropriately
Observation Skills: observe all aspects of animal behavior, including seemingly minor things
Technical Skills
Equipment Maintenance: performing routine inspections and maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
Equipment Selection: determining the kinds of tools and equipment needed to do a task.
Operation Monitoring: watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly
Operation and Control: controlling operations of equipment
Repair: minor repair of machines using the needed tools.
Technology/Computer Skills
Using a computer application, inputting data, retrieving specific records, and creating reports to communicate information
Word Processing: using a computer application to type text, insert pictures, format, edit, print, save, and retrieve word processing documents.
Internet: navigating the Internet to find information, including the ability to open and configure standard browsers, use searches, hypertext references, and transfer protocols, and send and receive electronic mail (e-mail)
Properly use handheld radios for communication within the facility and adhere to radio etiquette protocols
Tasks
Walk dogs safely inside the facility and outdoors using compassionate methods only
Provide playtime and 1:1 attention to animals in the facility as instructed
Transfer animals between enclosures
Inspect enclosures for broken parts or gaps which an animal could escape from or get injured
Minor repair of enclosures
Examine and observe animals to detect signs of illness, disease, injury, and distress
Provide accurate recordkeeping on all aspects of animal care and behavior per protocol
Report any animal or facility issues to supervisor in a timely manner
Bathe animals and trim nails
Prepare and distribute foods, supplements, and medications per instructions
Provide fresh water to each animal daily
Perform instructed minor medical treatment of animals
Perform basic animal training per instruction
Clean and disinfect animal enclosures and surrounding areas according to protocol
Clean and disinfect animal bowls, dishes, toys, tools, and equipment according to protocol
Do facility laundry
Lawnmowing and weed eating
Clean and straighten common areas
Unpack and put away delivered supplies
Other duties as assigned
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $10.00 - $12.25 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Life insurance
Work Location: In person
