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$1,099/biweek
1801 W Alta Vista Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85041, USA
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ShareLarge Dog Handler/Kennel Cleaner Phoenix, Arizona Description: Dog Handler / Kennel Cleaners perform technical and routine animal care related duties involving cleaning and maintaining the kennel area and feeding the rescue animals. This includes leashing and walking/moving 30 large dogs (100+ lbs). Training will be provided. Please read the kennel cleaning description carefully; as part of the rescue, you will be exposed to varying temperatures, excessive noise, VERY large dogs, animal waste and cleaning chemicals. You'll also work alongside fun, passionate volunteers and experience the joy of helping rescue dogs find their forever homes! If you have what it takes for this challenging and rewarding position, we want to talk to you! This position is for an independent contractor (1099), supporting our mission to rescue and care for dogs in need. Essential Duties: The following is intended to describe the core functions of a Kennel cleaner. • Safely leash, walk and handle 100lb+ Large Dogs • Clean, disinfect and maintain animal runs and cages; and parts of the rescue facility. • Provide the feeding and watering/cleaning routine for the animals. • Demonstrate safe animal handling and restraint. • Create and maintain a safe environment for the rescue dogs, visitors, and workers. • Alert and report unsafe equipment or situations to volunteers. • Work with other volunteers to ethically achieve such goals and objectives. • Ensure compliance with safety procedures. Knowledge: Safety procedures for using equipment and cleaning chemicals. Safety procedures for interacting with large animals. Basic animal care, feeding and safe handling practices. Skills: Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with volunteers; communicating clearly and; following instructions. Assessing, prioritizing and completing multiple tasks and demands simultaneously. Identifying and utilizing the correct safety equipment when handling large animals. Physical Demands and Working Environment: Tasks are performed in both indoor and outdoor kennel area. This does require frequent standing, walking, bending and stooping. Requirements to perform a full range of motion with lifting and/or carrying items weighing up to 50 pounds. May be subject to animal bites and/or scratches and cleaning chemicals. You must be able to follow detailed procedures. This is a very physically demanding job.
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