Pet Care Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Part-time and full time positions available, particularly morning availability!

Do you love dogs? Do you enjoy providing 5-star service, care and peace of mind to customers - both two- and four-legged? Do you seek opportunities to grow and develop professionally? Do you want to be part of a positive, fun and collaborative team environment? This position offers a great opportunity for dog lovers to join our team. 

Pet Care Technicians are responsible for delivering on our core promises, cleanliness and compassionate care. This position spends the most time directly in contact with our furry friends. Someone in this position not only must love dogs, they must also be willing to "get down and dirty". Cleaning accommodations, giving dog baths and managing doggie daycare are all part of the daily routine. You must excel at communication and observation and possess a keen eye for detail.

Essential Job Functions:

• Responsible for the health and well-being of dogs in Daycare and Boarding
• Responsible for the sanitation of all accommodations and outdoor areas, bathing, and monitoring large and small daycare
• Perform personal playtimes with private play dogs
• Bring dogs from daycare or boarding to customers, when needed 

Job Requirements:

• Ability to lift 50lbs
• Has the ability work on their feet for 8 hours or more
• Schedule flexibility; availability for some weekend & holiday shifts
• Opening shift: Monday - Friday, 6am - 1:15pm; Saturday - Sunday, 7am - 1:15pm
• Closing shift: 1pm - 7:30pm

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:  

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience is preferred but not required

Personal Characteristics:  

• Must demonstrate a love for dogs
• Must be able to communicate with all types of people, remain calm, mediate and problem solve
• Must be of high moral and ethical character
• Ability to multitask and reprioritize
• A “Can-Do - It is my job” attitude
• Outgoing, positive, enthusiastic personality
• Team player with the ability to also operate independently 
• Able to use down time effectively
• Well-organized and efficient

 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee assigned this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.