What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dog Kennel Attendant PT position at XoXo Doggy Hotel and Daycare?
This job is for immediate part time work. THANKSGIVING & CHRISTMAS are a MUST.
We are looking for Candidates with dog care experience for this job. It is part time to full time. There is a lot of work out doors in the heat or cold. It IS NOT just a “all fun & cuddle-with-dogs” job. There is a lot of noise, cleaning, and dealing nicely with people. Candidates will work independently 9Alone at times) and responsibly while caring for all dogs, greeting the human clients with friendly greetings, and caring for/ protecting/ playing with / & cleaning up after dogs. You MUST be able to multitask & cope with chaotic scenarios.
Job Requirements:
· Must be at least a high school graduate (or equivalent) and possess a valid driver’s license with reliable TRANSPORTATION. Please check the address and make sure the trip is not too far for you to drive at seven in the morning.
. Again you must work Holidays & weekends. plus some evening shifts.
· Experience in animal welfare, shelter, or customer service preferred
· MUST BE in good physical condition, be able to lift up to 50lbs,give baths, be energetic, and able to work all day , including weekends, & holidays. 70% of the day is outside - you MUST be able to handle that.
· Must demonstrate a positive attitude and respect to other workers as well as clients
Knowledge, Skills and abilities:
Ability to learn procedures related to sanitizing kennels, equipment and general animal handling and to communicate clearly and effectively. Ability to handle several things at once and to read and write notes about the animals and their care. Will need to know how to sweep, mop, clean, fold laundry, take out trash, ect. Will need to be able to move quickly and be observant of the dogs and clients around you.
Physical demands and working conditions:
Physical requirements include frequent lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds and picking up greater than 50 pound dogs to put on the table. Subject to climbing, kneeling, lifting, sitting, standing, stooping, bending, and walking to perform the essential functions. Working conditions are inside and outside with frequent exposure to temperature variations, cleaning chemicals, noise, dirty environment, confining work space and unfavorable odors. This position requires working rotating schedules, weekends and extra hours.
Being late for ANY REASON is not allowed due to live animals relying on you; check the address AGAIN to see if you are too far for the daily trip. The days start at 7:30am. We are open All weekends and holidays. You will need to work the holidays.
Job Types: Part-time, Contract
Pay: $14.00 - $15.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week
Shift:
- 10 hour shift
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
Supplemental Pay:
- Tips
Work Days:
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Salary : $14 - $15