Kennel Tech

Texas Coalition for Animal Protection (TCAP) at non-profit 501c3 is looking for Clinic Assistants to join our team for the summer. TCAP was established to end animal overpopulation and improve community animal welfare by providing low-cost preventative services throughout North Texas.

Supports TCAPs clinic operations by maintaining a clean safe sanitary and organized environment for animals clients and staff. This position is responsible for cleaning and disinfecting kennels and clinical areas assisting with laundry and facility upkeep and supporting the veterinary team as needed. Duties include:

1. Cleans disinfects and prepares cages treatment areas and other animal-care spaces in accordance with established sanitation procedures.
2. Monitors animals while performing assigned duties and promptly report signs of distress illness injury unusual behavior or other concerns to the appropriate veterinary team member.
3. Cleans and disinfects floors walls counters equipment exam areas and other assigned clinic spaces.
4. Performs laundry duties including washing drying and folding.
5. Empties trash and biohazard receptacles as directed and follow proper procedures for waste handling and disposal.
6. Restocks clinic supplies and notify management when supplies are low.
7. Assists clinic staff with basic operational tasks during busy periods as assigned and within the employees training and skill level.
8. Maintains a professional respectful and team-oriented approach when interacting with coworkers clients volunteers and members of the public.
9. Follows TCAP policies procedures attendance expectations and standards of conduct.
10. Performs other duties as assigned to support efficient clinic operations.

Requirements

• Prior animal care kennel shelter veterinary boarding or related experience preferred but not required.
• Comfortable working with dogs and cats of different sizes breeds temperaments and medical conditions.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and established cleaning and animal-handling procedures.
• Ability to recognize and report potential animal safety or health concerns.
• Strong attention to cleanliness sanitation safety and detail.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced high-volume veterinary environment.
• Dependable attendance punctuality and willingness to work as part of a team.
• Ability to communicate respectfully and effectively with coworkers and supervisors.
• Ability to safely use cleaning products disinfectants laundry equipment and basic facility-maintenance tools.

$13 per hour. Benefits include medical dental and vision insurance. 401k.

Must be able to work full day shifts - 7:30 am- 4:15 pm

TCAP is an Equal Opportunity Employer