Pet Caretaker (Cat)

Job Description:

SHIFT: Wednesday - Saturday, 6:30am - 5pm. This will include holidays.

Principal Accountabilities:

This position may include any of the following accountabilities

Execute the daily operations of the care unit of the MARS Pet Feeding Facility to ensure pet safety and well-being, efficient running of the facility and that quality data are gathered from the protocols and delivered to the business.

Accurately record the requested data according to study protocols (ie, consumption timing, amounts eaten, body weights, etc)

Evaluate pet health (both mental and physical) for any veterinary and/or enrichment needs.

Daily cleaning of pet housing quarters (interior and exterior) in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Implementation of environmental enrichment programs directed by the Pet Behavior Performance & Training Scientist

Implementation of exercise programs in accordance with standard operating procedures and/or veterinary recommendations.

Provision of basic animal health tasks such as grooming, nail trimming, weighing, etc to pets

Collection and evaluation of feces quality

Critical Mars Leadership Competencies

Priority Setting

Planning

Dealing with Ambiguity

Integrity & Trust

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Key Functional Skills/Knowledge:

Knowledge in animal facility operations

Computer skills

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Knowledge of animal health and management issues

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Ability to work evenings, weekends and holidays

Preferred Qualifications:

Minimum 6 Months of experience interacting with cats/dogs

Experience working in an animal facility or Veterinary Hospital is preferred

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum high school diploma or GED

BS or MS in a biological science preferred but not required

• What can you expect from Mars?
• Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.
• Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
• A strong focus on learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
• An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.