York County SPCA Animal Care Technicians (Part Time)

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: $13 +

Join Our Lifesaving Team as an Animal Care Technician (Part-Time, 2030 Hours/Week)
Location: York County SPCA, York, PA
Pay Range: $13+/hour (based on experience)

Are you passionate about animals? Love variety? Looking for meaningful, hands-on work?
At the York County SPCA , were searching for caring, dependable individuals to help us provide top-notch care to dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, and other small animals. Whether you're gaining experience, changing careers, or looking for part-time work with purpose, this role offers a unique opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of animals in need.

Who We Are

The York County SPCA is a nonprofit animal welfare organization dedicated to protecting and improving the lives of animals. We help thousands of animals each year through sheltering, adoptions, cruelty investigations, medical care, and public education. Our team is united by a deep love of animals and a shared belief in our values:

• Compassion We believe in the goodness of people and pets.
• Integrity We do whats right, even when its hard.
• Resilience We adapt and stay strong in the face of challenge.
• Collaboration We work together to save more lives.
• Lifesaving Every life is worth saving.
• Excellence We aim high and hold ourselves accountable.

What Youll Do

As an Animal Care Technician , youll play a vital role in keeping our animals healthy, safe, and happy. No two days are the same and you'll get to work with a variety of species!

Your day might include:

• Feeding, walking, and caring for dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, and more
• Cleaning and disinfecting kennels and enclosures
• Helping animals feel safe, loved, and enriched with toys, playtime, and socialization
• Assisting with basic medical care, such as giving medications
  
• Noticing and reporting changes in behavior or health
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and welcoming shelter space
  

What Were Looking For

Required:

• A high school diploma or GED
• A strong work ethic and love for animals
• Willingness to work with all species and pitch in wherever needed
• Flexible, friendly, and dependable

Preferred:

• Prior experience working with or handling animals
• Comfort using computer systems to track information

Ideal Candidates Will Be:

• Flexible, reliable, and comfortable working weekends, and a few holidays per year (an early morning or afternoon shift)
• Organized and detail-oriented
• Calm under pressure and good at multitasking
• Positive, team-oriented, and respectful
• Physically capable of lifting 40 lbs and walking strong dogs

Pay & Perks

• $13+hour depending on experience
• Flexible part-time schedule (2030 hours/week). Once your hours are established, our schedule remains pretty consistent.
• Daytime hours of 7am - 5:30pm (10 hour shifts with a 1/2 hour break)
• Paid biweekly, direct deposit required
• Adoption discounts after 6 months of continuous employment.
• Working with animals!

Working Conditions

• Exposure to animals of all kinds (and their messes)
• Potential for bites, scratches, noise, and cleaning chemicals
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and restrain animals throughout your shift

Why Youll Love It Here

This is more than a job its a chance to be part of a mission-driven team thats changing lives every day. Whether its comforting a frightened kitten, walking a goofy dog, or seeing an animal go home with a loving family, youll end each day knowing you made a difference.

Ready to join us?
Apply today and help us provide love, care, and second chances to animals across York County.