Animal Caretaker NA-03

Full Job Description

This position is located at USAG Benelux - Kennels Pet Care Center, Chievres Air Base, Belgium. Incentives and Bonuses Incentives will not be paid.

This announcement will have a first cut-off date of March 6, 2026. After that, referral lists may be issued every 10-days or as needed.

Applications prior to that date and found eligible will be given first consideration. Additional referral lists may be issued as vacancies are needed. Resumes must be two pages (or less).

Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicant's relevant experience, skills, knowledge and abilities as they pertain to this position. A qualified candidate must possess the following: 1.

Be physically able to lift and carry heavy items weighing over 70 pounds. 2. Stand and walk for long periods of time. 3. Be able to follow complex written instructions. 4.

Be able to maintain animal care records. Skills and Knowledge: Ability to recognize obvious changes to the normal appearance and activities of animals. Ability to handle animals and clean work areas.

Claimed experience must be verifiable through your resume. Assumptions will not be made. Major Duties:

• Receives and shelters animals brought to the veterinarian clinic for treatment, temporary care or disposal. Observes animals and notifies supervisor of abnormal appearance.
• Feeds animals taking care to measure food portions according to feeding instructions. Keeps records on animals in the facility. Assists other workers to restrain and treat animals.
• Cleans and disinfects animal feeding utensils and pen areas. Maintains stock of cleaning materials and other items used. Mows grass and cleans yard of animal litter.
• Clears drains in runs. Empties garbage. May be required to operate a motor vehicle to transport supplies and laboratory samples.