Kennel Technician

Benefits:

• Bonus based on performance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Free food & snacks
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

• Must be willing to work flexible schedule plus weekends and holidays.
• Must be capable of standing, walking and bending and must be able to lift up to 40lbs. Schedule is 7-1, 1-7 or 9-3
• Must have strong reading and comprehension skills.
• Must have means of transportation, good attitude, willing to work with others as well as alone. Initiative is a plus.

Tips are included in pay based on number of hours worked. There is potential to move up within the company

The primary function of the Kennel Technician is maintaining a safe and sanitary facility for animals, staff, and clients. Applicants must be physically active, dependable, compassionate, team player and willing to work hard and learn. Essential duties include the following:

• Monitoring animals and immediately reporting health or behavior abnormalities to Manager(s) or Owner
• Provide adequate food and water for pets following owner guidelines.
• Complete client services:
  • Doggie Daycare
  • 1:1 fetch
  • Walks
• Rotate dogs to outside kennels twice a shift for potty breaks.
• Perform animal bathing (brushing, de-shedding, drying)
• Preform nail trimming and dremmling.
• Administer oral medication and give vaccinations to animals.
• Assist with animal intake, evaluation, and treatment.
• Create and maintain necessary animal records, perform data entry into business software named Gingr.
• Print services and other reports using Gingr.

• Follow established disease control protocols to daily clean, disinfect and maintain all kennel floor walkways, pet spaces, and general areas.
• Sweep, mop, floors, and dog kennels daily.
• Deep clean all Mason Kennels, including tops and bottoms of cages, intake, and isolation areas on a regular basis.
• Operate laundry equipment, fold laundry.
• Wash pet bowls, raised feeders, toys, etc.
• Restock cleaning areas with supplies and equipment.
• Clean and maintain the daycare yard and outdoor communal areas.
• Dispose of poop sacks daily in the onsite dumpster.

• Self-motivated
• Willingness to learn.
• Demonstrates daily a positive attitude.
• Energetic, outgoing, and approachable
• Promotes positive work environment, culture and moral.
• Interacts and communicates effectively with co-workers, promoting teamwork
• Pay attention to details especially notes/warnings regarding pet needs, or abnormal behaviors
• Adheres to all company policies and procedures.

• All animals in The Dog House's care are treated humanely, which can be measured by their lowered level of stress and maintained health.
• Facility and common areas are maintained clean and organized; staff, public and volunteers can easily find what they are looking for, public has a pleasant experience in our facility.
• Teamwork–positive, cooperative work environment is maintained. Daily goals are accomplished by relying on each other’s help. Intake and medical information in Gingr are accurate and up to date.

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