As a Canine Companions employee, you’ll enjoy knowing that every day you make a difference in the lives of people with disabilities. You’ll give independence and give a dog a job!
Canine Companions dedication to our mission is only equaled to our dedication to our employees.
BENEFITS:
Comprehensive benefit program including employer-paid medical, dental and vision for staff
14paid holidays, including an Inclusion Holiday
17paid days off during your first year (Paid time off, PTO), including additional hours to serve your community
Employer matched 403(b) retirement plan
Employee Assistance Program/Wellness Programs
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee dedicated to ongoing efforts to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace by setting actionable goals and evaluating progress.
“The organization really lives out the core values in daily actions and decision making. I enjoy coming to work as I know that my day will be filled with integrity as the organization does what is right, guided by honesty, accountability, and sincerity.”
- Canine Early Care Technician
As a canine early care technician, you will be an integral member of our team as you care for our canines during their journey to become highly trained assistance dogs. Our canine early care technicians are responsible for providing quality care to the dogs and puppies housed in our whelping center.
A typical day as a canine early care technician may include:
Sanitation/ Maintenance
Cleaning and disinfecting kennels, dog runs, and whelping center facilities daily
Reporting maintenance problems or repairs to the manager
Dog Feeding
Preparing and dispensing of food to kennel dogs and puppies, including special diet feedings
Ensuring all females receive adequate nutrition during peak lactation
Assisting weaning of pups to solid food
Dog Care
Grooming, bathing, and providing nail trimming for puppies and breeders
Assisting with whelping and delivery of all female dogs in the center
Encouraging puppies to nurse through weaning
Helping with medical treatment, under the recommendation of the supervisor or veterinarian
Administration/ Inventory
Monitoring inventory, reporting supplies needed to manager
Completing data entry, and providing breeder information to vet clinic
Communicating and logging all veterinary concerns
EXPECTATIONS:
To be successful in this position:
Must Haves:
High school diploma or equivalent
Nice to Haves:
Prior dog handling, training and dog health care experience preferred
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to lift up to 60pounds
Ability to restrain active dogs weighing up to 110 lb.
Ability to work, standing or walking on cement for extended periods of time
SCHEDULE:
Available shifts:
40 hours perweek - Swing Shift
40 hours per week - Overnight Shift
PAY:
Swing Shift - $18.25 per hour
Overnight Shift - $19.00 per hour with an additional $2.00 shift differential ($21.00)
To apply: https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=98123&clientkey=22FF4513AB37701A06793968F9AAE100
We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and excellence. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process.
The base salary range above represents the range for this position. Actual salaries will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range listed is just one component of total compensation package for employees.
Pursuant to local Fair Chance Ordinances, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.