kennel attendant
Title posted on CivicJobs.ca - Kennel Assistant - Animal Shelter
Posted on July 17, 2026 by Employer details Capital Regional District
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Kennel Assistant - Animal ShelterCapital Regional DistrictReq ID: 1962 Business Unit: Housing Planning and Protective Services Division: Protective ServicesRegular / Auxiliary: AuxiliaryJob Type: Auxiliary as and when neededPay Grade: CAN/05/02/J05 Rate of Pay: $30.29 - $32.57 per hour, plus 15% in lieu of benefits. Hours of Work: As and when needed, including weekends and statutory holidays.Posting Date: July 17, 2026Closing Date: Open until filledSummaryThis position is responsible for kennel cleaning and undertakes a series of routine duties to clean animal pens, feed animals, and clean other areas of the shelter. May be required to assist the Kennel Master with inquiries from the public and wash and groom animals in the care of the animal shelter.Key Duties & Responsibilities Removes animal food dishes, litter pan, empties, cleans and replaces with fresh supplies. Cleans and replaces bedding as required. Cleans feces as required. Sweeps out cage, wipes down and sterilizes all cage surfaces. Sweeps and mops floor when all cage cleaning is complete. Cleans rabbit hutches, cleans wood chips and provides clean food and water. Transfers dogs to outer run during cleaning process. Hoses down and sanitizes centre aisle dividing impound and adoption runs. Hoses down septic tank box when dog area cleaning is complete. Cleans outside dog runs. Maintains the hygiene and appearance of the animal shelter. Observes animals and reports any illness or changes in animals to Kennel Master immediately. Assists Kennel Master with animal vaccinations and microchips. Observes any defects with cages, doors etc and reports any concerns to the Kennel Master. Keeps inventory of supplies, reporting supplies needed which may inclue picking up and storing supplies. Assists Kennel Master and Volunteers by preparing animals for exercise and taking them back in when returned. Transports animals to veterinarians for treatment and carcasses to Landfill as needed. Answers radio check ins and completes radio log when required. Answers queries from members of the public at the shelter front counter and on the phone. Releases impounded animals to and collects impound and boarding fees from owners. Follows all policies, procedures and standards of the CRD. Performs other related duties as required.Additional Information Candidate must successfully complete a mandatory driving exam administered by the CRD. Valid First Aid Level 1 is an asset.Key Skills & Abilities Excellent communication (verbal and written), interpersonal and customer service skills are required. Ability to work with and receive guidance from Animal Care and Bylaw Enforcement staff. Knowledge of and experience with animal training and grooming techniques. Knowledge of basic animal first aid (preferably through course work) and ability to assess the health of animals. Strong work ethic, customer focused. Must be physically fit with the ability to move animals, supplies and equipment.Qualifications High School Graduation Courses in a related discipline A minimum of six months' directly related experience An equivalent combination of education and experienceCertifications Valid BC Driver's Licence Acceptable criminal record check. The applicant/incumbent is required to undergo a criminal record check to work in this position and to report to their supervisor if any criminal charges are laid against them that may be related to their employment.APPLICATIONSTo apply for this exciting opportunity, please click "Apply now" to submit your resume and covering letter online.We welcome all qualified applicants to apply and may consider a combination of experience, education and/or training where possible. We value the diversity of the people we hire and serve. In our commitment to bring differing perspectives to our workplace, and to deliver the best possible service to our customers, we encourage and welcome applications from all people with diverse backgrounds, abilities, and- Location Victoria, BC
- Work location On site
- Salary$30.29HOUR hourly
- Terms of employment Casual employmentPart time
- Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies 1 vacancy
- Source CivicJobs.ca #114885
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