Kennel Attendant

Overview:
We are seeking a reliable and compassionate individual to join our team as a Kennel Assistant. As a Kennel Assistant, you will play a vital role in providing exceptional care for our furry friends. This position requires a strong passion for animals and the ability to handle dogs of all sizes and temperaments. If you have experience in animal care and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, we would love to hear from you.

Responsibilities:
- Provide daily care for animals, including feeding, watering, and administering medications as directed
- Clean and maintain kennels, ensuring a safe and sanitary environment for all animals
- Walk and exercise dogs regularly, ensuring they receive adequate physical activity
- Assist with grooming tasks such as bathing, brushing, and nail trimming
- Monitor the health and behavior of animals, reporting any concerns to the veterinary staff
- Provide exceptional customer service to pet owners, addressing any questions or concerns they may have
- Maintain accurate records of animal care, including feeding schedules, medications administered, and any observed changes in behavior or health

-Doing laundry and dishes

-Assist doctors and/or technicians when needed

-Cleaning/maintaining hospital premises

Requirements:
- Previous experience in animal care or related field preferred
- Strong knowledge of dog handling techniques and animal restraint methods
- Excellent customer service skills with the ability to communicate effectively with pet owners

- Ability to work well in a team environment and follow instructions from veterinary staff
- Physical stamina to handle dogs of various sizes and lift up to 50 pounds

-Must be available to work split schedule 6:45AM-11:00AM and then back 3:00PM-6:00PM at least 4 days a week. Must also be available to work weekends and holidays

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other related duties as requested by the employer.

If you are passionate about providing exceptional care for animals and meet the requirements listed above, we encourage you to apply for the position of Kennel Assistant. We offer competitive compensation and the opportunity to work in a supportive and rewarding environment.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $11.00 - $12.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 30 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Uniform allowance

Day range:

• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Rotating weekends

Shift:

• Evening shift
• Morning shift

Work setting:

• In-person

Work Location: In person