Reliable and punctual Animal Care team member with proven skills cleaning animal areas, coordinating inventory and managing animal needs with care and compassion. Highly organized and hardworking with good communication and multitasking abilities.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Kennel Attendant
Macoupin County Animal Control And Adoption Center
Carlinville, IL
03.2023 - Current
Maintained a clean and sanitary kennel environment through daily cleaning tasks, ensuring the comfort and well-being of all animals.
Collected animal waste produced on walks and discarded in trash or approved receptacles.
Promoted pet safety through proper handling techniques, minimizing risk of injury or distress for both staff and animals.
Improved animal care by consistently monitoring their health and behavior, promptly reporting any concerns to the administrator.
Assisted in the training of new staff members by sharing knowledge and expertise in kennel operations and animal care procedures.
Streamlined daily routines by developing efficient systems for feeding, walking, cleaning, and medicating multiple animals throughout the day.
Kept animals clean and free of contaminants to promote optimal health.
Educated potential adopters about responsible pet ownership practices, increasing the likelihood of successful adoptions and reducing return rates.
Cleaned and maintained kennel areas for optimized hygiene, including cages, runs and yards.
Followed pet care instructions for dietary needs and medication regimens.
Assistant Manager
Horizontech
Springfield, IL
08.2017 - 03.2023
Managed the work of employees, increasing crew efficiency.
Making sure all state documents are in correct order and ready for scanning.
Training new employees in timely, yet efficient manner.
Uploading all saved images to our company and to the state.
Shift Manager
Aldi
Taylorville, IL
04.2012 - 08.2017
Created a team culture of exceeding customer expectations, exceeding all company performance goals and standards.
Offered strong customer service skills, keeping customers satisfied.
Maintained a clean and safe work environment.
Managed the work of employees.
Executed company policies, procedures and safety standards to ensure the proper cleanliness and safety of the store and equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Morrisonville High School
Morrisonville, IL
05.2008
Skills
Adaptable and Flexible
Safety Monitoring
Care Monitoring
Teamwork and Collaboration
Customer Communication
Customer Service
Honest and Dependable
Attention to Detail
Dependable and Responsible
Animal Care
Maintaining cleanliness
Patience and understanding
Timeline
Kennel Attendant
Macoupin County Animal Control And Adoption Center