What are the responsibilities and job description for the Boarding Technician position at The Dog Academy?
About Us:
At The Dog Academy, we specialize in providing an elevated boarding experience, where each dog receives personalized care that caters to their physical, mental, and social well-being. As a culture-based company, we prioritize creating an environment that fosters collaboration, growth, and a sense of community. Our passion for dogs drives us to craft a stimulating and engaging experience for our furry, four-legged family, making their stay not just comfortable, but enriching and memorable. We believe that a positive and vibrant team culture is reflected in the care we provide for our clients and their pets.
Position Overview:
As a Boarding Technician, you will be an integral part of our team, responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and fun environment for dogs in our care. You’ll play a key role in ensuring that every dog receives the attention, stimulation, and affection they deserve. This position requires someone who is attentive, energetic, and passionate about animal care.
Application Question(s):
- Our interviewing process can take anywhere from 5-14 working interview days, are you willing to go through a lengthy interview process?
Expectations:
Culture and values
- Connections Matter: we take relationships seriously; we are looking for individuals who will strive at building relationships between each tier of the team and across departments.
- Growth doesn’t just happen: real growth takes conscious effort and continuous reflection. We are looking for individuals that want to see each other continuously grow personally and professionally and will offer support to each other in every way possible.
- Standards not standard: we are not your average team operating at an average level in the industry. Practice makes progress and there is always room for progress! We are looking for individuals who are willing to push themselves and their potential.
- Compassion makes a difference: We are looking for individuals that understand that empathy, kindness and respect for all, drive our day-to-day actions and are the heartbeat of what we do.
Desired traits
- Desire to adapt and learn
- Dependable
- Ability to manage time
- Maintain high standards for cleanliness
- Effective communication skills
- Ability to multitask
Responsibilities and duties
- Feeding
- Cleaning rooms inside and outside
- Provide quality enrichments and overall care
- Administering and monitoring feeding, water and general well-being and demeanor of our boarding dogs.
- Update personalized report cards summarizing their stay
- Laundry and keeping track of belongings
- Properly structured walks
Qualifications and skills:
- 1 year experience preferred but not required
- Must be 18
- Willing to be certified in quality pet care and first aid
- Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs
- Ability to care for all sizes and breeds of dogs
- This position is physically demanding and requires you to be on your feet for up to 8 hours a day.
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Attention to detail
Benefits:
- Employee discounts
- Support in personal and professional growth
- Holiday pay
- Mental health resources
- Referral incentives
- Sick time and paid time off
- Health insurance support
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $11.00 - $14.00 per hour
Expected hours: 35 – 40 per week
Schedule:
- 8-hour shift
- Evening shift
- Holidays
- Weekends
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $12.50 - $14.00 per hour
Expected hours: 36 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Referral program
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Evening shift
- Holidays
- Weekends as needed
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $12.50 - $14.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Referral program
Shift:
- 8 hour shift
- Evening shift
Work Days:
- Holidays
- Rotating weekends
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Commute:
- Katy, Texas 77449 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $11 - $14