Petcare Technician

The Purring Parrot, a retail cat and bird resort in San Diego, has immediate openings for a full-time and part-time caretakers, with room for growth. We might be the only cat and bird resort anywhere so this position is very specialized and a physically demanding job. Knowing cat and bird body language as well as the different species and breeds is a plus. This position is very hands-on with our animal guests and includes one on one kitty play times and communal playtime interactions with the birds. This is also a great opportunity to expand your knowledge about animal behavior and body language as well as learning about and respecting the intelligence of the pets we care for. This job requires time management, attention to detail and organizational skills. You will provide for the constant cleanliness of cages, floors, and rooms so being comfortable around animal waste is a must. You'll provide proper feeding and interactive playtime as well as keep track of personal items and activity levels for each pet.

Not only will you be interacting with cats and birds but their human parents. You will be expected to explain resort policies, schedule appointments, answer the phone, give facility tours as well as train new employees. Applicants must: Be very detail oriented. Be fast, efficient and organized. Learn quickly and take initiative. Be a problem solver. Know how to clean and be thorough, cleaning is a huge part of this job.

Have 100% focus to learn and understand cat and bird body language. Have a GREAT sense of playfulness with cats and birds. Have excellent customer service skills. Not be allergic to cats and birds. Be able to tolerate loud noises, such as parrots. Be able to work independently and as a team player. Be able to lift 40 lbs. Have a strong work ethic. Must be available weekends and holidays.

Previous parrot and cat experience is a plus be it volunteer, personal or professional. It is important to include this in your resume and or cover letter so we can get an idea of your background. We are not a typical boarding facility and more like a human hotel, except we only cater to cats and birds. Since we provide a high level of care and customer service to our animal guests and their human companions we have many returning long-term clients.

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COVID-19 Precaution(s):

- Personal protective equipment provided or required
- Social distancing guidelines in place
- Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place

Hours per week:

- 30-35+

Work Location:

- One location

This Job Is:

- Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma

Work Remotely
- No

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $16.00 - $17.00 per hour

Day range:

- Holidays
- Weekends as needed

Shift:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift

Work setting:

- In-person

Application Question(s):
**Education**:

- High school or equivalent (required)

**Experience**:

- cat and bird: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person