James Samson
Springdale
Summary
Dedicated animal caretaker with proven expertise at Springdale Animal Shelter, excelling in animal health management and medication administration. Recognized for enhancing animal wellbeing through effective nutrition and behavior analysis. Dependable team player committed to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety, ensuring optimal care for diverse species.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Animal Caretaker
Springdale Animal Shelter
12.2022 - 07.2025
- Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and
- Fed and watered animals to provide necessary nutrients and keep pets healthy.
- Provided daily nutrition to animals by preparing and distributing appropriate food portions according to species-specific needs.
- Maintained clean and safe living environments for animals by regularly cleaning enclosures and providing proper bedding materials.
- Cleaned animal enclosures maintain clean living spaces for pets and prevent spread of disease.
- Kept animals clean and free of contaminants to promote optimal health.
- Conducted regular health checks on animals under care, noting any changes in appearance or behavior that could indicate potential issues.
- Maintained equipment and facility to keep animal care environment and tools in good working order.
- Monitored animal health to quickly recognize signs of illness and injury, seeking necessary medical attention.
- Collaborated effectively with fellow caretakers and support staff to ensure comprehensive care for all animals within the facility.
- Improved animal health by administering medications, vaccinations, and treatments as prescribed by veterinarians.
- Handled a variety of different species safely and confidently during routine care tasks such as feeding, grooming, medication administration, and enclosure maintenance.
- Prepared special diets for animals to accommodate specific health conditions and species-specific needs.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Successfully acclimated newly arrived animals into their new environment through gradual introductions and close monitoring of interactions with other residents at the facility.
- Minimized animal injury risk by monitoring behaviors and eliminating safety hazards.
- Documented daily observations of animal behavior, health, and food consumption to support ongoing monitoring efforts by veterinary staff.
- Assisted with the capture and restraint of various animal species during medical examinations or treatment sessions as needed.
- Administered medications to animals, ensuring their recovery and continued health.
- Implemented feeding schedules tailored to dietary needs of various animals, promoting optimal health.
- Maintained detailed records of animal care, treatments, and progress, contributing to effective health management.
- Managed inventory of animal care supplies, ensuring availability of necessary items without overstocking.
- Trained new volunteers, sharing knowledge and practices for high-quality animal care.
- Kept cages, kennels, play yards, and grooming areas neat and clean.
- Followed pet care instructions for dietary needs and medication regimens.
- Supported animal wellbeing by caring for both physical and mental health needs through strategies such as regular exercise.
Package Handler
American Air Filter
2022 - 06.2023
- Followed safety regulations to maintain safe work environment.
- Improved package handling efficiency by implementing proper sorting and organizing techniques.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to company policies and guidelines for proper lifting techniques.
- Reduced damage rates for packages through careful handling and adherence to safety protocols.
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Exceeded performance expectations during peak seasons, managing high volumes of shipments without compromising on quality or timeliness.
- Contributed to increased productivity by working effectively in high-pressure situations.
- Followed verbal and written instructions to properly move and ship products.
- Collaborated with other package handlers to provide prompt and accurate delivery of orders.
- Demonstrated commitment to quality control by consistently meeting or exceeding company standards for accuracy in sorting and labeling packages.
Education
Springdale High School
Springdale, AR05.2022
Skills
- Pet handling
- Animal care
- Patience and tolerance
- Cleaning protocols
- Basic maintenance
- Creativity and innovation
- Medication administration
- Animal enrichment
- Physical fitness
- Exercising and playing
- Animal nutrition
- Behavior analysis
- Infection control
- Disease prevention
- Tick removal
- Vaccine administration
- Supply management
- Animal nutrition management
- Enclosure maintenance
- Kennel disinfection
- Attention to detail
- Honest and dependable
- Human and animal safety
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Feeding and watering
- Dependable and responsible
- Animal behavior education
- Decision-making
- Customer communication
- Work prioritization
- Interpersonal communication
Timeline
Animal Caretaker
Springdale Animal Shelter
12.2022 - 07.2025
Package Handler
American Air Filter
2022 - 06.2023
Springdale High School
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