What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kennel Assistant -- Love Dogs position at Happy Tails Pet Resort?
Love working with dogs? Happy Tails Pet Resort (located at 965 Generals Hwy, Crownsville MD 21032) is looking for Kennel Assistants to join our dedicated team!
Shift options may include:
- Weekday mornings afternoons, ending by 7:15pm
- Weekend mornings, afternoons, or all-day shifts until 5:15pm
- No late evenings or overnights!
Some Kennel Tech responsibilities include:
- Maintaining the cleanliness and safety of the Kennel, Run enclosures, Play Yards, and Groom Room
- Moving dogs around within the kennel facility and Play Yards
- Supervising and monitoring canine behavior during play-time activities
- Taking photographs for Report Cards
- Performing daily kennel tasks such as cleaning, feeding, wellness checks, and dog bathing
Employee benefits include:
- Discounted and complimentary services for staff pets (if applicable)
- Fun and fast-pace work environment
- Beautiful and safe indoor outdoor workplace
- Indoor staff Breakroom available for breaks, staff meetings, and training
- Opportunity to expand any interests in canine behavior, kennel leadership management, basic bathing / grooming, employee teamwork, and other resume-building skills
Qualifications include:
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs or more
- Must have own transportation, be punctual and dependable
- Must love and respect dogs; no fear of dogs
- Power to stay calm and think clearly in stressful situations
- Ability to recognize basic canine behavioral signs
- Friendly and professional manner with customers and co-workers
- "Team Player", follows directions, and is self-motivated
- Tolerance for working in extreme weather conditions and ability to bend, kneel, and stoop on a regular basis
- Kennel / Animal Care experience highly requested, but not required (paid on-site training for all new staff)
- Limited Vacations allowed during Peak Seasons (Memorial Day through Labor Day)
- Must be available to work most major Holidays (Holiday Pay is provided)
*Please include a resume and work availability when applying, or come by our office to fill out an application. We are located at 965 Generals Hwy, Crownsville MD 21032*
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $15.75 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- On-the-job training
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid training
Supplemental Pay:
- Bonus opportunities
Work Days:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16
