Tehachapi Pet Lodge at the Tehachapi Veterinary Hospital is hiring immediately for a Kennel Assistant to join our team!
Salary: $18 / hour
We invest heavily in our teams' growth and development. At Tehachapi Veterinary Hospital we pride ourselves in providing the best benefits package in the industry which includes: health, life, vision, dental, PTO, paid holidays, 401(k), paid parental leave, quarterly bonus program, impressive personal pet benefits, and much more!
Our Ideal Candidate:
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Must treat animals with care and respect.
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Must have good time management skills.
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Must be a team player.
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Thrives in a face paced work environment.
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Confident in working with dogs, cats and some exotics.
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Experience in animal husbandry is preferred.
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Ability to lift 40lbs, walk, stand, bend, kneel and stoop as needed.
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Weekends and holiday availability is required.
Job Summary:
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Walking, feeding, and taking care of boarding pets while they are in our care.
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Stock supplies as needed daily.
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Keep kennels clean, orderly, and free of odors.
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Interacting with dogs, cats and some exotic pets.
- Assist in with retail needs/ customer care as needed.
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Grounds keeping around the facility.
Personal Requirements
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Minimum of 18 years of age.
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Genuinely enjoys working with animals and their owners.
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Is able to work around animals.
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Can stay calm during medical crisis.
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Professional, cheerful, and helpful attitude.
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Team player.
If you are passionate about pets and providing exceptional veterinary care, we want you to join our incredible team!
Apply today! We look forward to hearing from you!