This position is located at. Paw's and Claw's Fort Irwin, CA To better expedite the hiring process, we recommend including full contact information (name, address, phone number, email, etc.) for professional and personal references on your resume. For additional information view Position Description. AK063 Animal Caretaker. Announcement will have cut-off-dates every Tuesday and/or announced until filled.

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. 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. Performs assigned tasks independently. Frequently lift and carry items and animals weighing over 70 pounds. Moderate effort is required to operate power washing and mowing equipment.

Requirements

• 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.
• Pre-employment physical is required.
• Satisfactory completion of pre-employment background checks in accordance with AR 215-3, para.2 to include a Tier 1 background investigation.
• Exposed to unpleasant odors and noises, animal bites, scratches and contagious diseases. May be required to wear protective equipment.
• Frequently lift and carry items and animals weighing over 70 pounds. Moderate effort is required to operate power washing and mowing equipment.
• Shift will vary based on mission but could include days, nights, weekends and occasional holiday.

Qualifications

Candidates must: Be physically able to lift and carry heavy items weighing over 70 pounds. Stand and walk for long periods of time. Be able to follow complex written instructions Be able to maintain animal care records.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address ET-NAF-W4E6AA NATIONAL TRAINING CENTER AND FT IRWIN DO NOT MAIL Fort Irwin, CA 92310 US
• Name: Maria Bukenya
• Phone: 760-380-6227
• Email: [email protected]