Animal Care Technician
Company: LTD Global
Location: San Mateo
Posted on: February 18, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description About the organization A
nonprofit organization dedicated to animal welfare and the
protection of animals in the Peninsula area of the San Francisco
Bay Area in California that offers various services and programs
focused on animal care, adoption, education, and advocacy. Position
Overview To perform all the necessary functions in maintaining the
shelter in a thoroughly clean and sanitary manner. To ensure that
all sheltered animals are provided the best possible care and
attention. This position is represented by Union Local 856.
Responsibilities: Provide humane care for all animals in the
Society's care. Clean and disinfect all animal areas as necessary
to maintain a safe and sanitary environment. Feed and ensure water
is available at all times for all animals. Unload, store and
restock Animal Care Department supplies. Certified in Euthanasia
within six months of employment in house. Perform euthanasia in
accordance with Society policies and California laws. Perform owner
present euthanasia. Perform decapitations on select animals per the
guidelines of the health department. Dispose of deceased animals.
Perform light maintenance and other janitorial duties. Assist in
the training of new staff and volunteers. Provide assistance to
other departments as assigned Perform other duties as assigned to
ensure a positive public image, enhance the operation of the
organization and improve the quality of life for animals. Must have
a flexible schedule and the ability to work on weekends and/or
holidays as needed Supervisory Responsibilities: This job has no
supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: High school diploma
or general education degree (GED); or six months to one year
related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of
education and experience. Must have a flexible schedule and the
ability to work on weekends, holidays, swing shift and graveyard
shift as needed. Possess the ability to manage the emotional aspect
of end-of-life services and humane euthanasia, and support staff in
high-emotion circumstances. Upon hire, must pass a background
check. Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short
correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small
group situations to members of the public, volunteers, and other
employees of the organization. Good oral and written communication
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Keywords: LTD Global, Gilroy , Animal Care Technician, Healthcare , San Mateo, California
