Animal Care Technician

Bernalillo County Fire Rescue

Albuquerque, NM, US
Base: $15.55 - $20.01; bonus/equity: not specified...
Fully remote
Daily cleaning of kennels and catteries
Feeding and watering animals
Disinfecting cages and equipment
The Animal Care Technician provides humane care and handling of animals housed at the Bernalillo County Animal Care and Resource Center

Job Summary

  • The Animal Care Technician provides humane care and handling of animals housed at the Bernalillo County Animal Care and Resource Center.
  • Employees enjoy benefits including generous leave accruals, health benefits, lucrative retirement, and education assistance programs.
  • The role requires maintaining a clean environment by performing daily custodial duties and assisting with animal intake and release.

Matching Summary

The Animal Care Technician provides humane care and handling of animals housed at the Bernalillo County Animal Care and Resource Center.

Salary

Base: $15.55 - $20.01; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Generous leave, health, retirement, education assistance

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Daily cleaning of kennels and catteries
  • Feeding and watering animals
  • Disinfecting cages and equipment
  • Handling aggressive animals safely
  • Customer service for public inquiries

Nice-to-have

  • Experience working with animals preferred
  • Ability to work in various weather conditions
  • Flexibility for on-call evening duties

Key Requirements

  • High School diploma or GED
  • Valid New Mexico driver's license
  • Euthanasia Technician license (if applicable)
  • Successful background investigation
  • Completion of post-offer medical examination

Work Rights

Not specified

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