Aftercare Technician

**Schedule:** Full\-time \| $22\.00 \- $24\.00/hour \| Sunday – Thursday **About Us:** At Paws Into Grace, we provide compassionate, dignified end\-of\-life care for beloved pets and their families. Our team walks alongside grieving pet parents with empathy, professionalism, and unwavering care. As an Aftercare Technician, you’ll play a vital role in honoring pets’ lives through respectful handling, precise cremation processes, and meaningful memorial items. What We’re Looking For We’re seeking someone who is: * **Compassionate and empathetic** by nature * **Detail\-oriented**, organized, and committed to excellence * **Comfortable with physical work**, including lifting and repetitive motion * **Self\-motivated**, yet thrives in a collaborative team environment * Calm under pressure and able to **problem\-solve quickly** * **Adaptable** in a fast\-paced, emotionally sensitive environment Key Responsibilities * Provide **professional and compassionate care** to pet parents and veterinary partners * Gently and respectfully **handle deceased pets**, always honoring the human\-animal bond * **Lift up to 75 lbs unassisted** (and up to 100 lbs with help) * **Operate alkaline hydrolysis equipment** and manage all aspects of the cremation process * Craft thoughtful **clay/ink paw prints, nose prints, and fur keepsakes** * Accurately track each pet’s journey using our **Cremation Tracking Software** * Package and prepare cremains and memorial items with precision and respect * Maintain **cleanliness and functionality** of all equipment, including the hydrolysis system * **Restock urn inventory** and supplies; write **handwritten sympathy cards** * Uphold our standards of **gentle care and emotional presence** for all families we serve Requirements Physical: * Lift, carry, push, or pull up to 75 lbs repeatedly (100 lbs with assistance) * Stand and walk for more than 50% of an 8\-hour shift * Perform regular bending, lifting, and reaching Environmental: * Comfortable working around deceased pets * Able to wear provided **PPE** as needed * Available for occasional **overtime, weekend, or holiday shifts** Join a team where your care makes a lasting impact.If you are someone who finds purpose in honoring lives and offering comfort to grieving families, we encourage you to apply today. Job Type: Full\-time Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Employee discount * Flexible schedule * Health insurance * Paid time off * Retirement plan * Vision insurance Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Weekends as needed Ability to Commute: * San Diego (Miramar), CA (Required) Work Location: San Diego (Miramar) Training Location: Escondido Job Type: Full\-time Pay: $22\.00 \- $24\.00 per hour Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Employee discount * Flexible schedule * Health insurance * Paid time off * Retirement plan * Vision insurance Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Weekends as needed Work Location: In person