Breeding Kennel Technician

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?
As a Breeding Kennel Technician, you will perform all daily kennel cleaning and maintenance duties according to established guidelines.  In addition to providing a high level of animal husbandry care, you will also perform basic breeding procedures, medical treatments, specimen collections, diagnostic tests, blood draws, and administer vaccines to both adult dogs as well as puppies.

If you are an individual with a willingness to learn, a desire of being physically active at work, and appreciates working as part of a team to achieve a greater goal, than this is the position for you!
The Role

• 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

• Physically able to lift and control 65-75 pound dogs and withstand up to two hours of repetitive bending, stooping, kneeling and squatting on concrete surface
• Able to regularly lift and carry portable dog crates and dog pens weighing up to 30 pounds 
• Experience caring for dogs in a kennel, veterinarian's office or training environment highly preferred
• 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

Normal shift hours will be Tuesday - Saturday; 7am to 4pm, with one late night TBD per week.  

This 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.

Guiding Eyes for the Blind offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Competitive and generous healthcare (Medical/Dental/Vision)
• Life Insurance
• 403(b)
• Paid Time Off and Holidays

Pay Rate $20.00/hour
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER M/F, D/V
Must be authorized to work in the United States