Breeding Kennel Technician
Description
At Guiding Eyes for the Blind, we are passionate about connecting exceptional dogs with individuals for greater independence. Guiding Eyes for the Blind is dedicated to creating and supporting life-changing connections between people and dogs.
At our facilities we breed, raise, and train exceptional dogs. Then we connect them to people who are seeking increased freedom and independence, so that together, they can experience all kinds of life adventures. Do you want to play a role in that adventure?
Working with our dogs will inspire you. We put our clients first and seek to exceed their expectations by supporting them with exceptional dogs trained to meet their unique needs, so they can live the life they want to live. It starts in our Breeding Kennel at the Canine Development Center where our nurturing and kind Technicians play a crucial role in the journey of our dogs by caring for the Broods, Studs and young puppies (six to ten weeks old).
As a Breeding Kennel Technician, you will take on varied duties that include, but are not limited to, maintaining a clean kennel according to established guidelines, providing a high level of animal husbandry care as well as performing basic breeding procedures, medical treatments, specimen collections, diagnostic tests, blood draws and administering vaccines to both adult dogs and puppies.
We encourage you to apply if you have a willingness to learn, a desire to be physically active, and an appreciation for working as a team in order to achieve our mission.
The Role
At our facilities we breed, raise, and train exceptional dogs. Then we connect them to people who are seeking increased freedom and independence, so that together, they can experience all kinds of life adventures. Do you want to play a role in that adventure?
Working with our dogs will inspire you. We put our clients first and seek to exceed their expectations by supporting them with exceptional dogs trained to meet their unique needs, so they can live the life they want to live. It starts in our Breeding Kennel at the Canine Development Center where our nurturing and kind Technicians play a crucial role in the journey of our dogs by caring for the Broods, Studs and young puppies (six to ten weeks old).
As a Breeding Kennel Technician, you will take on varied duties that include, but are not limited to, maintaining a clean kennel according to established guidelines, providing a high level of animal husbandry care as well as performing basic breeding procedures, medical treatments, specimen collections, diagnostic tests, blood draws and administering vaccines to both adult dogs and puppies.
We encourage you to apply if you have a willingness to learn, a desire to be physically active, and an appreciation for working as a team in order to achieve our mission.
The Role
Normal shift hours will be Sunday – Thursday; 7am to 4pm and includes one late night shift (7am to 5pm) per week (day TBD)
- Provide a high level of animal husbandry care to all dogs including, but not limited to bathing, feeding, check overs, nail clipping, ear cleaning, and medicating in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Perform basic breeding procedures including progression evaluation and specimen collections, semen collection and evaluation, natural and vaginal inseminations.
- Perform assigned medical treatments, specimen collections and diagnostic tests (blood, urine, stool collection and analysis, heartworm test, brucellosis test, vaginal smears, semen analysis, etc.) according to standard procedures.
- Maintain accurate and timely records utilizing point of entry system.
- Clean and maintain equipment, kennel facilities and assigned grounds according to established protocols.
- Time management of workload using public Breeding Kennel calendar in Outlook.
- Effectively handle dogs in obedience and socialization. Provide obedience, socialization and exercise support to dogs and puppies in the Breeding Kennel.
- Work with Kennel volunteers providing support, guidance and recognition.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications You Will Need
- Experience particularly in a kennel environment, veterinarian's office or training environment or a strong interest in learning about animal care.
- Physical stamina for a demanding role that includes repetitive bending, stooping, kneeling and squatting on concrete surface.
- Able to lift and control 65-75 pound dogs as well as carry portable dog crates and dog pens weighing up to 30 pounds.
- Reliability, high level of integrity and punctuality are essential.
- Flexibility in availability is a must including weekends, evenings and holidays as required.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Able to work daily with accel, bleach and other cleaning agents.
- Ability to accurately assess situations and make quick, sound judgements.
- Ability to multitask and adapt quickly to changing priorities.
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office programs; Salesforce savvy a plus.
- Valid Driver's License.
Salary: $20.00/hour
Guiding Eyes for the Blind offers a comprehensive benefits package including the following:
- Competitive and generous healthcare (Medical/Dental/Vision)
- 403(b)
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off and Holidays
- You are invited to bring your well-behaved dog to work
The above job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of this employee for this role.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER M/F, D/V
Must be authorized to work in the United States