Animal Caretaker NA-03

United States Army Installation Management Command

Fort Irwin, CAFull-time$18.89–22.04/hrPosted 1w ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$18.89–22.04/hr
Location
Fort Irwin, CA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

United States Army Installation Management Command is hiring an Animal Caretaker NA-03. The Animal Caretaker position at Paws & Claws Kennel in Fort Irwin provides caring support for animals serving military families, handling feeding, cleaning, record‑keeping and assisting with veterinary care while maintaining a safe, sanitary environment. The role requires physical stamina to lift heavy items, follow written instructions and work independently in a kennel setting.

Key focus areas include Receives animals brought to the veterinarian clinic for treatment, temporary care or disposal, Observes animals and notifies supervisor of abnormal appearance, and Feeds animals measuring food portions according to feeding instructions.

Important skills include Lift Over 70 Pounds, Stand And Walk Long Periods, Follow Complex Written Instructions, Maintain Animal Care Records, Feed Animals And Measure Portions, and Restrain And Treat Animals.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Lift Over 70 PoundsStand and Walk Long PeriodsFollow Complex Written InstructionsMaintain Animal Care RecordsFeed Animals and Measure PortionsRestrain and Treat AnimalsClean and Disinfect Animal UtensilsMaintain Stock of Cleaning MaterialsMow Grass and Clean YardClear Drains in Animal RunsEmpty GarbageWork IndependentlyWear Protective Equipment

Full job description

This position is located at: Paws & Claws Kennel - Fort Irwin, California. Join the team at Paw's and Claws Pet Kennel offering our furry friends a comfortable and caring home away from home! With exceptional customer service and passion for animals, Paws and Claws supports our military families with loving care. This is an open continuous announcement. All qualified applicants will be forwarded to management on a weekly or as needed basis. Resumes must be two pages (or less). Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicant's relevant experience, skills, knowledge and abilities as they pertain to this position. A qualified candidate must possess the following: Candidates must: 1. Be physically able to lift and carry heavy items weighing over 70 pounds. 2. Stand and walk for long periods of time. 3. Be able to follow complex written instructions. 4. Be able to maintain animal care records. 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. 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. Performs assigned tasks independently. Exposed to unpleasant odors and noises, animal bites, scratches and contagious diseases. May he required to wear protective equipment. Frequently lift and carry items and animals weighing over 70 pounds. Ability to handle animals and clean work areas.

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