Lead Kennel Tech/Animal Caretaker

Job Description

Job Description

Do you love working with puppies?
We are looking for fast-learning, motivated, hardworking, energetic people to join our team.

Responsibilities will include:

•Evening and Saturday and Sunday hours REQUIRED

•Feeding and watering animals

•Cleaning kennels and enclosures

•Monitoring and Assessing health of animals

•Administering medication & vaccinations

•Assist in training and developing new employees

•Lead team on assigned shifts, ensuring that policies/procedures are being followed

•Specific kennel responsibilities assigned by Kennel Manager

•Opening and closing duties

•Other tasks as assigned

Qualifications/Skills:

•High school diploma or GED

•Strong verbal and written communication

•Basic computer skills

•Ability to influence without authority

•Ability to multi-task and work safely in a fast-paced environment

•Endurance in a manual labor environment

•Ability to bend, twist, squat, lift 40+ lbs, and use stepladders

•Accurately read and use measurements

•Ability to follow directions and checklists

•Reliable transportation and attendance

•Organized and attentive to detail

•Required prior Kennel Tech experience

•Preferred Veterinary Technician Certification

Compensation:

•Non-exempt (Hourly) Employee

•Pay Range: $17-21 per hour ($17 for training, $18 after training, up to $3/hour bonus potential)

•Eligible for Vacation Accrual after 6 months.

Peak Legacy Ranch is an equal opportunity employer. We are a small, family-owned business located on 40 acres in Peyton, CO. The family has been committed for over 50 years to providing healthy, adorable puppies and supplies to Colorado Springs and surrounding communities. Our puppies come from select breeders and are cared for by knowledgeable and caring employees. Peak Legacy Ranch is proud of our commitment to animal welfare. the quality of our puppies, and the elevated experience we provide to our customers.

Company Description

Peak Legacy Ranch is an equal opportunity employer. We are a small, family-owned business located on 40 acres in Peyton, CO. The family has been committed for over 50 years to providing healthy, adorable puppies and supplies to Colorado Springs and surrounding communities. Our puppies come from select breeders and are cared for by knowledgeable and caring employees. Peak Legacy Ranch is proud of our commitment to animal welfare. the quality of our puppies, and the elevated experience we provide to our customers.