What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kennel Technician position at Country Tails Bed & Biscuit?
About us
Country Tails Bed & Biscuit is a small business in Uvalde, TX. We are professional, customer-centric, fun and our goal is to provide excellent care to dogs in Uvalde and the surrounding areas.
Our work environment includes:
- Growth opportunities
- Casual work attire
- Relaxed atmosphere
- On-the-job training
- Flexible working hours
Core Responsibilities:
- Supports Mission, Vision and Values of Country Tails Bed & Biscuit.
- Sanitizes/disinfects pet enclosures and general boarding areas.
- Makes sure that each pet receives the correct type and quantity of food for each meal.
- Ensures pets have clean water at all times.
- Responsibly administer medications to animals per owner's directives.
- Visually checks pet guests for safety and well-being throughout the day.
- Cleaning of facilities (indoor and outdoor) will be required throughout the day.
- Performs add-on services as needed such as nail trimming and bathing (will be trained by ownership)
- Monitors pet belongings; cleans belongings as needed; assures the return of pet belongings to owners. Carries pet belongings to the storage area, front desk or to assist customers, as needed.
- Maintains and cleans food preparation areas.
- Performs daily laundering of pet bedding and towels.
- Reports items in low supply to manager.
- Follows procedures for the safe handling of all pets.
- Reports needed repairs to manager.
- Answer questions about the facilities, operations and give owners reports about their dogs as needed.
- Attends and completes all required training sessions as needed/assigned.
- Treats customers, guests and co-workers in a professional, courteous manner; greets all customers encountered while performing work duties.
- Perform duties to close out register at the end of the day; counting/handling money in a trustworthy manner, and reporting any issues to manager.
- Assists other associates as needed.
- Performs other duties as assigned by management/ownership.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Must love dogs.
- Animal care/kennel experience preferred but not required. (Management will train a willing candidate.)
- Ability to recognize dog behaviors is a plus.
- Acts and presents themselves in a professional manner at all times.
- Prior customer service experience is a plus.
- Must be able to work evenings, weekends and holidays as required.
Physical:
- Lifting 40 pounds frequently
- Standing and walking the majority of the day.
- Must be able to handle dogs on leashes.
- Must be able to work in an environment with exposure to disinfectant/sanitation chemicals, animal dander, excretions and waste.