What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Kennel Attendant position at Camp Critter Creek?
About us
We are professional, agile, detail oriented and our goal is to provide the best care, support, and love to our clients' precious pets while the are in our boarding facility..
Our work environment includes:
- Friendly, positive staff
- Animal lovers
```Duties```
- Provide daily care and attention to animals in the kennel facility
- Feed, water, and exercise animals according to their specific needs
- Clean and sanitize kennels and common areas
- Administer medications timely and properly as directed
- Monitor the health and behavior of animals and report any concerns to manager/owner
- Assist with grooming tasks such as bathing, brushing, and nail trimming
- Handle and restrain animals safely and securely
- Maintain accurate records of animal care, medications, and treatments
-Ability to effectively communicate with clients in a knowledgeable, professional manner
```Experience```
- Previous experience working with animals in a professional setting is preferred
- Knowledge of pet grooming techniques and dog training methods is a plus
- Familiarity with animal care practices and basic veterinary procedures is beneficial
- Strong customer service skills to interact with pet owners and provide assistance as needed
- Ability to handle heavy lifting and perform physically demanding tasks as required
This position requires a compassionate individual who is dedicated to the well-being of animals. The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
Please note that this is not a veterinary technician position. However, it does provide an opportunity to gain valuable experience in the animal care field.
If you are passionate about working with animals and providing them with the care they deserve, we would love to hear from you!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $13.50 - $14.50 per hour
Expected hours: 32 – 38 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
Shift:
- Afternoon shift
- Evening shift
Supplemental Pay:
- Bonus opportunities
Work Days:
- Every weekend
- Holidays
Application Question(s):
- Do you have experience with Microsoft Word, email, and PDFs?
Experience:
- Kennel: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $14 - $15