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Weber County

Kennel Tech

Ogden, UT

$16/hr

Working knowledge of the various breeds of dogs, cats and other domestic animals. Knowledge of basic techniques of animal control. Skills and Abilities to: Skilled in restraining animals and giving ...

Weber County

Kennel Tech

Ogden, UT · On-site

$16/hr

Working knowledge of the various breeds of dogs, cats and other domestic animals. Knowledge of basic techniques of animal control. Skills and Abilities to: Skilled in restraining animals and giving ...

Weber County

Kennel Tech

Ogden, UT · On-site

$16/hr

Working knowledge of the various breeds of dogs, cats and other domestic animals. Knowledge of basic techniques of animal control. Skills and Abilities to: Skilled in restraining animals and giving ...

National Veterinary Associates

The ideal candidate is reliable, comfortable working with animals of different sizes and temperaments, and willing to work weekends and holidays as needed. Previous animal-care experience is helpful ...

Salt Lake County

Shelter Veterinarian

Taylorsville, UT · On-site

... for animals and a passion to help your community? Join our lifesaving team at Salt Lake County Animal Services! We are the largest, no-kill, municipal shelter in Utah. While working for Salt Lake ...

Direct Jobs

Medical Director

Park City, UT · On-site

$95 - $140/hr

Clear animals for the adoption program and track medical outcomes in the ShelterLuv database ... Working Conditions: Ability to thrive under stress in an emotional, fast-paced, high-volume shelter ...

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What are some common challenges faced by professionals working with service or therapy animals, and how can these be managed?

Professionals who work with service or therapy animals often encounter challenges such as maintaining the animals’ training and behavior standards, ensuring their health and well-being, and fostering effective communication between the animal and handler. It’s also common to navigate public misconceptions and access issues when bringing animals into various environments. Managing these challenges involves ongoing education, regular health check-ups for the animals, and strong teamwork with both human and animal partners. Support from experienced colleagues and continuing professional development are also valuable in overcoming these daily obstacles.

What is the difference between Working Animals vs Search and Rescue Dogs?

AspectWorking AnimalsSearch and Rescue Dogs
Required CredentialsBasic training, certifications vary by taskAdvanced training, certifications in search and rescue techniques
Work EnvironmentFarms, farms, urban areas, specialized environmentsDisaster sites, wilderness, urban search zones
Employer & IndustryAgriculture, transportation, service industriesEmergency services, rescue organizations

Working Animals encompass a broad range of animals trained for various tasks across industries, while Search and Rescue Dogs are specifically trained to locate missing persons in disaster or wilderness scenarios. Both roles require specialized training, but Search and Rescue Dogs undergo more intensive certification processes and operate primarily in emergency environments. Understanding these differences helps clarify their unique functions and training requirements.

What is a working animal?

Working animals are animals that have been trained to perform specific tasks or services for humans. These roles can include herding livestock, pulling carts or plows, providing transportation, assisting people with disabilities, performing search and rescue, or even detecting drugs and explosives. Common examples include horses, dogs, donkeys, and oxen. Working animals have played a significant role in human societies throughout history and continue to be important in many industries and communities today.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to work with working animals?

To excel as an animal trainer for working animals, you need a strong understanding of animal behavior, training techniques, and relevant animal care practices, often supported by a high school diploma or animal science coursework. Familiarity with positive reinforcement tools, clicker training systems, and animal handling equipment is typically required. Patience, clear communication, and observational skills are crucial soft skills that help build trust and ensure effective training. These competencies are vital for ensuring the safety, well-being, and optimal performance of working animals in professional settings.
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Infographic showing various Working Animals job openings in Utah as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 63% Full Time, 23% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 12% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution.

Kennel Tech

Weber County

Ogden, UT

$16/hr

Part-time

Posted 19 days ago

Weber County rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 9 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

482nd of 844 rated public administrative organizations

Job description

WAGE: $16.00
DEPARTMENT: Animal Shelter
BENEFITS: No Benefits
PERSONNEL STATUS: Part Time

This position will work two 8hr shifts per week.

JOB OVERVIEW:

Under general supervision of the Animal Facility Manager, provides maintenance services in support of the Animal Shelter; to help vaccinate, feed and care for shelter animals; and to perform minor repair, maintenance and janitorial work on shelter grounds.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Cleans, disinfects and sterilizes animal shelter rooms, buildings, kennels, holding areas and grounds.

Assists with adoptions and keeps social media up to date on animals available for adoption.

Cleans and replenishes food and water bowls.

Cleans, disinfects and sterilizes the shelter's public bathrooms; replaces towels and toilette paper. Helps vaccinate and evaluate animals to be placed in the Shelter's adoption and/or rescue center.

Perform euthanasia and properly dispose of euthanized animals.

May help to retrieve donated food and litter, or large animals; load and unload the trailer; store supplies.

Recognizes animal health problems and brings them to the manager's attention.

Cuts and removes weeds surrounding shelter grounds.

Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the listed examples include all duties which may be found in positions of this class. Applicants must be prepared to demonstrate the ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

Education: High School graduation or equivalent.

Experience: Some experience in the handling of animals or, any equivalent combination of education and experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSA):

Knowledge of: Working knowledge of the various breeds of dogs, cats and other domestic animals. Knowledge of basic techniques of animal control.

Skills and Abilities to: Skilled in restraining animals and giving vaccinations. Ability to learn, interpret and apply laws and regulations of the County related to animal control. Ability to perform a variety of animal control activities. Ability to learn and utilize proper handling and muzzling techniques. Ability to administer animal vaccinations. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

YOUR SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

Must have a valid Utah Driver's License and a good driving record. May be required to work weekends and holidays as assigned. Must be 18 years of age or older at the time of employment.

Due to the nature of this position, the successful candidate may be required to complete a pre-employment background check prior to starting the position.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is moderately loud. The employee is occasionally exposed to hot, wet and/or humid conditions. Work in an animal kennel environment and exposure to animal body fluids in caring for their needs.

 
 

Founded in 1850, Weber County occupies a stretch of the Wasatch Front, part of the eastern shores of the Great Salt Lake, and much of the rugged Wasatch Mountains.

The Weber Center is located at 2380 Washington Blvd, Ogden, UT 84401

Contact the Human Resource Department with any questions at 801-399-8623 or by email at humanresources@webercountyutah.gov

https://www.webercountyutah.gov/


Our Mission
We strive to transform lives through providing animal care, educating and promoting responsible pet ownership, provide safety and resources for the community, and encouraging compassion and positive relationships between people and animals. We are committed to finding every healthy and treatable animal a home.

Our Vision
A humane community for every animal and every owner practices responsible pet ownership.

Our Values
We value positive relations with the public, volunteers and employees as we work together to become a No-Kill Community. We value each individual animals' life, and dedicate ourselves in providing compassion, care and assistance to the animals in our community.

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