Kennel Assistant

Position: Kennel Assistant Pay: $16.00 per hour Schedule: AM and PM shifts required Status: Full-time (30+ hours/week) eligible for benefits Environment: Fast-paced animal care setting We are seeking a reliable, hardworking Kennel Assistant to join our animal care team. This role is essential to maintaining a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for our patients while providing routine care services. Key Responsibilities Clean and maintain kennels, runs, cages, and treatment areas Feed, water, and care for hospitalized and boarding patients Walk dogs and provide basic enrichment as appropriate Bathe animals as needed Perform nail trims, ear cleanings, and anal gland expressions proficiently Safely handle and restrain animals of various sizes and temperaments Monitor patients for changes in behavior, appetite, or comfort and report concerns Assist with laundry, dishes, and general cleaning duties Support exam room and treatment teams as needed Maintain a high standard of cleanliness and organization Qualifications Proficiency in nail trims, ear cleanings, anal gland expressions, and bathing animals Comfortable working with animals of all sizes and temperaments Ability to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment Must be on your feet most of the shift Ability to lift and assist animals as needed Strong work ethic and attention to detail Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented Willingness to learn and follow safety protocols Benefits (Full-Time 30+ Hours) Medical, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off Staff pet discounts on care, lab work, and food Yearly $75 uniform allowance Employee discounts Opportunities for training and professional growth If you enjoy hands-on animal care, take pride in maintaining a clean and safe environment, and work well as part of a team, we’d love to hear from you. NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation. #J-18808-Ljbffr