Description

Job Title: Kennel Tech/Grounds Maintenance

Job Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Reports to: Facilities Director

Location: Falmouth, MA 

About us: Are you passionate about making a positive impact in people's lives and have a soft spot for dogs? Look no further than Dogs for Better Lives (DBL)! As a nationally recognized nonprofit organization, DBL is dedicated to professionally training dogs to help people with disabilities and enhance their lives. Our mission is to create a lifelong commitment to all dogs rescued or bred and all people served, which is supported by our nationwide donor base.

DBL is nationally recognized by GuideStar, Great Nonprofits, Charity Navigator (9 years with a continues four-star rating), Best of the Upper Cape 2022, Oregon Business’ 2021 “Oregon Top 100 Best Nonprofits to Work For,” and we are accredited by Assistance Dogs International (ADI).

At DBL, we believe in empowering our employees to achieve our goals and serve our clients, dogs, and donors while embracing a work-life balance. As we continue to expand our organization and build upon our past successes, we offer ample opportunities for growth and continued learning. 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we welcome employees from diverse backgrounds who share our values. Join us and be part of an employee-driven team that strives to serve more clients while upholding our unwavering commitment to our clients, dogs, and donors.

Staff working at our Northeast campus enjoy a picturesque coastal town lifestyle on Cape Cod in Falmouth, Massachusetts. With miles of sandy beaches and serene hiking trails, it’s a great destination for outdoor activities. There are also numerous art galleries, museums, and theaters to explore. 

As a member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to work in a supportive and collaborative environment while enjoying all that Falmouth and the surrounding area have to offer.

Job Summary: Kennel tech/grounds maintenance is an entry-level position at the Northeast Region training Facility. Kennel tech/grounds maintenance are responsible for the care and well-being of dogs and responsible for the ground maintenance around the campus. As well as assisting in other roles and maintaining a clean and safe environment. 

Requirements

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Maintain and clean kennels, play yards, breezeways, grooming rooms and other kennel facilities using established and proper cleaning tools and methods. 
• Scooping dog feces and sanitizing kennels daily.
• Provide daily care and treatments to dogs in kennels, including administering prescribed medications.
• Review and make health observations for dogs in kennels; keep accurate records about dog health and treatments to relay back to trainers. 
• Preparing AM/PM meals and feeding dogs.
• Provide additional dog care: bathing, playtime, special treats.
• Ensure dishes are properly washed and sanitized daily.
• Ensure laundry is properly washed and put away daily.
• Ensure all workspaces are clean and organized throughout the day.
• Maintain professionalism whenever working with staff and donors. 
• Establish and maintain a positive learning environment by listening to instructions, following directions, asking questions, speaking clearly, and learning the skill sets required as a Kennel tech. 
• Maintain safety by always following established safety policies and procedures.
• Be accountable not only for direct responsibilities outlined in this job description but also to serve fellow staff and other constituents with whom position interacts. Ensure actions and communications are honest and transparent.
• Run miscellaneous errands or vet trips, as necessary.
• Perform other tasks as required by the organization and the supervisor.
• Mowing/weed eating around the grounds. 
• Pulling weeds. 
• Spraying weed killer.
• Pruning of shrubs, bushes, tree etc. 
• Shoveling snow during winter.
• Spreading deicer. 
• Maintaining of grounds by doing miscellaneous tasks. 

Experience and Education:

• Prior kennel experience preferred, but not required. 
• Prior ground Maintenace experience preferred, but not required.
• Degree preferred but not required. 

Note: This is a job description, not an employment contract. This job description does not state or imply these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related duties required by management. Dogs for Better Lives is an Equal Opportunity Employer.