Pet Caretaker (Dog)
- Location
- USA-Tennessee-Thompsons Station
- Listed
- 6 days ago
About the role
Shift
The shift is 10 hours, 4 days a week from 6:30 AM - 5:00 PM. Weekends and holidays required.
This position may include any of the following accountabilities
- Execute the daily operations of the care unit of the Pet Feeding Center 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 (i.e., 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 as directed by the Pet Behavior Performance & Training Scientist.
- Implementation of exercise programs in accordance with standard operating procedure and/or veterinary recommendation.
- 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 Details
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
Minimum Qualifications
- Minimum 6 Months of experience interacting with animals in a professional setting
- Minimum high school diploma or GED
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in an animal facility or veterinary hospital
- BS or MS in a biological science
From Mars's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on November 4, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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Where is the Pet Caretaker (Dog) job at Mars located?
This Pet Caretaker (Dog) position at Mars is located in USA-Tennessee-Thompsons Station. Always check Mars's application page for specific state eligibility or relocation policies.
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