What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kennel Tech position at Top Flight Petcare Solutions LLC?
We are seeking a Kennel Tech to help take care of the animals in our facility. The ideal candidate should be familiar with animal care and grooming techniques for a variety of dog breeds. You will be responsible for exercising and feeding dogs, and keeping the kennels and common areas clean. Experience caring for animals, whether professionally or not, is crucial for this position. You also need to be physically fit to keep up with some of our more active animals. The ideal candidate will also be willing to learn dog training techniques via reading and hands on instruction. Lastly, this position will be responsible for generating content for digital/social platforms.
Applications must be submitted on our website at https://www.topflightpetcare.com/kennel-tech-application.
Starting Pay: $11.00/hour
Part-time hours: 10-20 hours per week
Kennel Tech Duties and Responsibilities:
- Clean and maintain kennels and common areas, keeping them free of waste, fur/hair, and other unsanitary or hazardous materials
- Play with and exercise dogs in our care
- Feed animals on a set schedule
- Administer medications
- Facilitate drop-offs and discharges as needed
- Assist with training and pet-sitting as required
- Keep records feeding, watering, walking, or training dogs
- Generate digital media content
- Other duties as required
Kennel Tech Requirements and Qualifications:
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- A love for animals
- Have a flexible schedule
- Ability to physically handle animals up to 80 lbs or larger as needed
- Ability to bend, stoop, stand, and be on your feet for long periods of time
- Prior experience at a dog daycare and/or training facility, shelter, or in personal animal care is preferred
- Be a team player with excellent communication skills
- Be of good character
- Due to the nature of this job, any applicant receiving a conditional offer of employment will be required to undergo a background check and a drug screen
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $11.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Schedule:
- Day shift
- On call
- Weekend availability
Work Location: One location