What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kennel Technician and Daycare Assistant position at Pampered Pets Veterinary Clinic and Spa?
Kennel Technicians, or as we call them "Lodging Staff," are responsible for proper care and cleanliness of all lodging and daycare animals, as well as their facilities. Care will include feeding, bathing, cleaning up feces and urine, record keeping, working outdoors and in inclement weather, and overall keeping our pets happy! Upkeeping the cleanliness of common areas inside and outside of the building are also essential.
Essential Skills
- A passion for dogs AND cats, a gentle touch and a calm demeanor.
- Able to work at a fast pace.
- Can conduct oneself in a confident and professional manner even when stressed and/or focused on individual tasks.
- Receive animals to be admitted, is responsible for their proper identification and for recording their respective locations.
- Release animals to their owners as directed; ensures that every animal released is clean and properly groomed prior to their release, with all belongings they arrived with.
- Has the ability to communicate with owners and make them feel comfortable with leaving their pet(s) in our care.
- Can follow a protocol for cleaning and sanitizing all kennels, runs, yards and related areas; changes litter boxes and food/water bowls.
- Can feed each animal as prescribed by the owner and record care.
- Understands the importance of prioritizing tasks and keeps oneself busy and productive during work shifts.
- Can maintain laundry and dishes for the lodging area.
- Maintains the grounds of the lodging area including waste disposal, light maintenance of landscape upkeep and general building maintenance.
- Can give baths when directed.
- Can assist in Daycare when directed.
- Can give clinic and lodging tours while highlighting features that differentiate us from other kennels and clinics in our area.
- Can recognize and report any unusual condition or abnormal behavior.
- Clean equipment and facilities using chemicals and supplies; understands the importance of safety of use of chemicals in our facility while following OSHA guidelines.
- Team oriented: Always willing to step up and step in to accomplish daily tasks and goals.
- Performing other duties as assigned required.
- Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
- Ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods of time and work in an environment with barking dogs.
- Ability to work outside in the heat, cold, or other inclement weather
Salary: Starting at $11.00 per hour with no experience
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $11.00 - $13.00 per hour
Expected hours: 8 – 25 per week
Shift:
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
Work Days:
- Every weekend
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Application Question(s):
- Are you able to work weekends and/or Holidays?
Work Location: In person
Salary : $11 - $13