Description:
The MSPCA is seeking qualified, dedicated volunteers to help with local animal transports. Volunteers will be driving their personal vehicle and large transport vans between multiple locations in Massachusetts and New Hampshire, with the potential for occasional further travel. There will also be opportunists to aid with Community Outreach programs and wildlife transports.
Responsibilities:
Transport volunteers will safely transport animals and/or supplies between locations. Locations include but are not limited to MSPCA shelters in Boston, Methuen, and Cape Cod, Northeast Animal Shelter, Logan Airport, and Manchester-Boston Regional Airport. Drivers will travel to and participate in Community Outreach events such as vaccine clinics and food drives.
Qualities/Skills:
- Age 21+
- Able to pass criminal background check and motor vehicle record check
- Past experience driving a van, bus, RV, or other large vehicle
- Professional driving experience a plus!
- Ability to lift and/or pull up to 50 pounds repeatedly
- Comfort handling crated animals
- Reliability and punctuality are key for this role!
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
Requirements:
- Attendance at orientation
- On-the-job training with staff
- Minimum 6 month commitment
Current Transport Needs:
- Every other Tuesday starting 10/18, transporting cats from Northeast Animal Shelter (Salem, MA) to the Boston Adoption Center
- The transport van may be available but use of your personal vehicle will be needed at times
- Other transport opportunities will become available as needs arise
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