Job Description
Kennel Technician
MUST LOVE DOGS (and CATS too)!
Looking for an energetic, self-motivated individual to join our growing kennel in Peachtree City, GA. Candidate will be responsible for performing the following duties:
Primary Responsibilities
- Providing a clean, healthy and rewarding environment for boarding and daycare clients.
- Cleaning, sanitizing and maintaining kennel area, runs, play areas and outside grounds.
- Preparation and distribution of food.
- Administering medication as necessary.
- Bathing, brushing and trimming nails.
- Monitoring playgroups, interacting with animals during personal play and walks.
- Observe health and demeanor of animals during intake and ongoing daily basis.
Other Responsibilities
- Maintain laundry.
- Moving pets between kennels and reception area for checkout/check in
- Monitor and submit kennel inventory to include food, cleaning supplies etc. to Kennel Manager
Required Skills
- Must be able to lift at least 40 pounds
- Must be able to be on your feet, moving and standing for long periods of time on concrete flooring or outside.
- Must be able to interact with dogs, cats and other kinds of animals.
- Reading comprehension, attention to detail, reliability and transportation
- Previous experience working with pets a plus
- Personable, friendly attitude and team player a must
Work Schedule
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule. Weekends and holidays are required
- Typical hours: 6:00 am - 1:00 pm, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm, 1:00 pm - 8:00 pm
- Will consider part-time applicants for position.
Salary: $10.00 to $13.00 /hour
Working Interview: Candidates my be required to engage in a working interview. Interview would require applicant to shadow a senior employee and assist with normal tasks. Duration: 2-3 hours
Work Remotely
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $10.00 - $13.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 35 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Day range:
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Shift:
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
Work setting:
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
- Night Shift (Required)
Work Location: In person