Kennel Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Full-Time or Part-Time Position
$14-$16/hour, based on experience

Position overview & responsibilities:

• Provide daily care, including walking, feeding, and administering medications.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for the dogs in our care.
• Complete playtimes and supervise off-leash play for groups of social daycare
  dogs as needed.
• Provide exceptional customer service for our clients, both in person and over the
  phone.
• Handle dogs of all sizes with gentle care and patience.
• Utilize our kennel software, Gingr, to ensure all services are completed accurately
  and in a timely manner.

A Day in the Life:

• This encompasses a full day of operations for our crew, not a single shift.
• 6 am- 8 am: Walk, feed, and medicate all boarding dogs. Ensure all dogs are
  cared for and set up for the day.
• 8 am-5 pm: Maintain facility cleanliness and complete daily task checklists. Walk
  dogs at 10 am and 3 pm and sanitize boarding rooms. Supervise playtimes, both
  social and private. Assist clients by answering phones and completing check-ins
  and check-outs.
• 5 pm-9 pm: Feed and medicate boarding dogs. Complete final walk and ensure
  dogs are safe and ready for the night.

Perks:

• Flexible work scheduling for part-time position, including working around college
  student class schedules.
• Dog-friendly work environment. Bring your friendly dogs to work with you.
• Complimentary boarding and daycare even when you're not working.
• Discounted grooming services available.
• Inclusion in our generous tip pool after 30 days.

Expectations and requirements:

• Operations run 6 am- 9 pm daily, every day of the year. Flexible availability,
  weekends, and holidays are required.
• Bring a positive attitude, dependable attendance, and a team-focused mindset to
  work each day.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods, work outdoors, and safely handle
  dogs of different sizes and energy levels.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Must have a valid driver's license.