Pet Caretaker (Cat)

Job Description:

SHIFT: Wednesday - Saturday, 6:30am - 5pm. This will include holidays.

Principal Accountabilities:

This position may include any of the following accountabilities

• Execute the daily operations of the care unit of the MARS Pet Feeding Facility 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 (ie, 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 directed by the Pet Behavior Performance & Training Scientist

• Implementation of exercise programs in accordance with standard operating procedures and/or veterinary recommendations. 

• 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 Detail

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 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Minimum 6 Months of experience interacting with cats/dogs

• Experience working in an animal facility or Veterinary Hospital is preferred

Minimum Qualifications 

• Minimum high school diploma or GED

• BS or MS in a biological science preferred but not required

What can you expect from Mars?
Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.
Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
A strong focus on learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.