Animal Care Technician I

Job Description:

Animal Care Technician I

Description

The Weatherford Parker County Animal Shelter is looking to hire an Animal Care Technician. This position will perform work related to the general cleaning and comfort of the animals at the shelter. If you think you would be a good fit, we would like to hear from you.

Roles & Responsibilities Include:

• Maintains sanitary conditions at the animal shelter which include sanitizing kennels and facility equipment, cleaning buildings, following protocols to ensure animal disease and sickness is prevented.
• Feeds and distributes medication to animals in the shelter’s care as directed by the Animal Services Manager and/or shelter veterinarian.
• Assists with the daily observations of medical and behavioral issues and screening of animals for adoption.
• Greets, directs, and provides information to visitors, answer questions, directs visitors to appropriate areas of shelter property.
• Maintains inventory needs of facility supplies and maintenance issues.
• Assists in grounds maintenance, warehouse organization and beautification of the shelter grounds and flower beds.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent. • Must pose or be able to obtain Basic Animal Control Certification issued by the Texas Department of State Health within 180 days of employment. • Must have a valid Class C Texas Driver’s License. • Bilingual in Spanish preferred.

Miscellaneous Information

The City of Weatherford is a strong, progressive community of over 38,000 citizens, enjoying our small town feel with our big city amenities just outside of the Fort Worth Metroplex. We are expanding our team to continue our commitment and pride in our Strong Community philosophy as well as our inclusiveness and diversity.

Job Details

Category Municipal and Community Services Status Open Salary Pay: $16.11 Per Hour Posted June 6, 2025 8:23 AM Closing Open Until Filled

Tools

• Apply Online
• New Job Notifications
• Clerical Supplemental Application

Closing Date/Time: Open Until Filled

Salary:

Pay: $16.11 Per Hour