Animal Care Attendant

CORE RESPONSIBILITES (include but are not limited to):

· Supports Mission, Vision and Values of the company.

· Sanitizes/disinfects pet enclosures and general boarding areas.

· Provides clean bedding and ensures pet guests have clean water at all times.

· Makes sure that each pet receives the correct type and quantity of food for each meal and maintains cleanliness of food prep areas.

· Monitors and accurately charts consumption and elimination of every pet guest; brings concerns to the General Manager or Assistant Manager.

· Visually checks pet guests for safety and well-being throughout the day.

· May be required to supervise group play for dogs and/or individual activities for pet guests.

· May be required to assist with bathing and brushing of canine guests.

· Checks and picks up excrement from enclosures and other areas as needed throughout the day.

· Monitors pet belongings; cleans belongings as needed; assures the return of pet belongings to owners. Carries pet belongings to storage area, front desk or to assist customers, as needed.

· Performs daily laundering of pet bedding and towels.

REQUIREMENTS:

Expertise & Experience:

· Must be a pet fanatic – pets are part of our family!

· Professional animal care/kennel experience preferred.

· Displays a professional manner at all times.

· Entry Level role. High school/ College/ Teenagers 16 encouraged to apply.

Physical:

· Must be able to work evenings, weekends and holidays.

· Must frequently lift 40 pounds.

· Must be able to be on feet for the duration of your shift.

· Must be able to stand, walk and climb stairs frequently.

· Must be able to handle dogs on leashes.

· Must be able to work in an environment with exposure to disinfectant/sanitation chemicals, animal dander and excretions.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Schedule:

• Evenings as needed
• Holidays
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person