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SEASONAL PET CARE LEAD | JOB DESCRIPTION
Meyer’s organization is about people and their dogs. It’s about helping people and INSPIRING them to do with and more for their dogs. We are a group of energetic, motivated people who love what we do and are looking for other like-minded, high-quality people to join us. We offer exciting opportunities that will challenge your abilities, expand your skills and reward your contributions. Our Leadership Team is passionate about fostering both personal and professional growth for all.
The position we are currently hiring for at our growing company is in Belvidere, on Rockford’s east side, where we offer several different services for people and their pets. There is currently a full time and part time SEASONAL (June-August) opportunity, 25-40 hours per week, in a pet care lead position with a great support staff and leadership team that you would be joining.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES
Pets in our facility must be cared for promptly, every day. The facility is staffed 365 days a year; availability of weekends and holidays are a must- not every but a good chunk of them. Experience is necessary, however a genuine love for animals is a must. You must be able to handle dogs of all sizes without being afraid of them and without allowing them to control you. Must be willing to maintain the highest standards in cleanliness. There will be opportunities for advancement, if you excel.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP
This position reports to the lodging managers.
QUALIFICATIONS
JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
As a Pet Care Tech you are involved with all of the day-to-day activities that happen at Meyer’s. You are key to each pet’s stay making sure everything that they need is happening and ensuring our doggy guests have a great vacation while their owners are away. As the primary contact person with our dog guests, you are responsible for:
REQUIREMENTS
- Previous dog experience meaning more than that you have owned a dog
- Good dog handling skills
- Demonstrated success working as a member of a team
- Ability to quickly learn new procedures and processes
- Strong organizational and follow-through skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- High level of ownership, accountability, and initiative
- Ability to multitask while maintaining a positive attitude to ensure excellent care
- Willingness to go above and beyond when needed
- Flexibility and positive reaction to change
OTHER SKILLS & ABILITIES
Ability to lift up to 45 lbs. Must be in good physical condition, able to squat, stoop, bend, lift, and do a lot of walking throughout shift.
Must be able to work outdoors enduring extreme weather and temperatures.
EOE STATEMENT
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee in this classification. It is not to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory, or all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications of employees assigned to this job. Management has the right to add to, revise, or delete information in this description at any time.
Other
Consumer Services
$57k-83k (estimate)
02/22/2023
07/09/2024
meyerspetcare.com
BELVIDERE, IL
50 - 100
1970
Private
GWEN MEYER
$10M - $50M
Consumer Services