Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Kennel Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for animal care and be responsible for ensuring the health and well-being of pets in our facility. This role involves providing daily care, maintaining cleanliness of the seniors living area and grounds, and some basic animal handling such as walks. This is a predominantly cleaning focused position, and you will be on your feet for your entire shift.
This is a fast-paced environment; you will be standing, bending, and moving during your entire shift.
We have both part-time and full-time positions available for this role.
Shifts are:
1. 6a-130p
2. 130p-9p
Responsibilities
* Provide daily care for animals, including cleaning, maintaining supplies, exercising pets, laundry, dishes, poop scooping, and indoor and outdoor grounds care. Candidate will be in and out of various weather conditions such as heat, cold, rain, and snow within reason.
* Maintain cleanliness of suites, play areas, and other facilities to ensure a hygienic environment, including outdoor areas.
* Maintain dishes, dirty laundry, and organizational tasks.
* Monitor the health and behavior of animals, reporting any concerns to management or veterinary staff.
* Assist with animal restraint during grooming or veterinary procedures as needed.
* Handle various breeds of dogs safely and humanely.
* Perform heavy lifting when necessary, such as moving supplies or larger animals. Must be able to lift 50lbs.
* Support team members in maintaining a positive atmosphere.
Skills
* Knowledge of basic animal care practices, including feeding, bathing, and exercising pets preferred but not required.
* Ability to work effectively in a kennel environment with various breeds of dogs.
* Experience in animal restraint techniques is beneficial but not required.
* Capability to perform heavy lifting tasks as required by the job duties. Must be able to lift 50lbs.
* Must be able to stand, bend, and lift for long periods of time. This is a fast-paced environment.
Join our team as a Kennel Technician where your love for animals can shine while providing essential care in a supportive environment!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $15.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week
Benefits:
* On-the-job training
Shift:
* Day shift
* Evening shift
Work Days:
* Every weekend
* Holidays
* Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
* Are you over the age of 18?
* Why are you a good fit for this position?
* What is your favorite dog breed?
License/Certification:
* Driver's License (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
* Hermitage, MO 65668: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
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