Benefits/Perks

Flexible Schedule

Competitive Pay

Career Advancement Opportunities

Health Benefits

Job Summary

We are looking for a dedicated and hard-working Janitor, General Helper, and Animal Caregiver to join our team. At our facility, we believe that both a clean, well-maintained environment and compassionate, high-standard animal care are vital to our mission. This versatile role requires a unique blend of physical stamina, attention to detail, and a genuine passion for animal welfare. You will be responsible for general janitorial and maintenance duties across the building, as well as providing daily hands-on care, enrichment, and monitoring for the animals in our care. This role requires a unique blend of empathy, attention to detail, and physical stamina, along with a genuine passion.

Responsibilities

Maintain the overall cleanliness, safety, and hygiene of the building and facilities.

Perform daily cleaning tasks including vacuuming carpets, wash carpets, mopping and deep clean floors, scrubbing restrooms, dusting, and emptying trash.

Clean windows, shampoo carpets, replace light bulbs, restock restroom supplies, and perform minor facility repairs as needed.

Quickly address safety hazards using appropriate equipment.

Secure the building by locking doors and windows at the end of each shift.

Report completed tasks and notify management of major repair needs.

Maintain the cleanliness and safety of the building performing repairs in a regular basis

Feed and water animals according to specific dietary schedules and needs.

Clean, sanitize, and maintain animal living spaces, enclosures, and handling areas.

Safely handle and restrain animals of various sizes and temperaments.

Administer medications and routine treatments as prescribed by veterinary staff.

Monitor animal behavior, health, and well-being; document and report any concerns.

Provide physical exercise, social interaction, and enrichment activities.

Take them to the vet for any minor or mayor medical assitance.

Help with the intake, grooming, basic record-keeping, and safe transport of animals.

Qualifications

Spanish is desirable

Willingness to work in potentially dirty or uncomfortable conditions

Genuine love for animals

Educational requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent

Driver’s license

Experience with a variety of cleaning supplies and cleaning equipment

Must be a hard worker with high attention to detail and have a strong work ethic

Previous experience in animal care or veterinary assistance

Certification in animal care or related field

Strong understanding of animal behavior and needs

Excellent communication skills

Ability to handle stressful or emergency situations calmly

CPR and first aid certification for animals

Physical stamina to handle frequent lifting and long hours

Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays

Experience with animal training or enrichment programs

Knowledge of animal nutrition and health care

Attention to detail

Ability to follow instructions and protocols

Good organizational skills

Basic understanding of animal care and welfare

Physical ability to lift and move animals and equipment

Patience and empathy towards animals

Basic record-keeping and reporting skills

Ability to handle animals of various sizes and temperaments