Overnight Animal Care Handler

The Albany Pet Hotel is hiring for our Overnight Animal Care Handler position! This role has proven to be beneficial for college students who are seeking a full-time job, especially those studying Animal Sciences and related. No prior professional pet care experience needed--we are happy to provide quality on-the-job training!

Tasks & Responsibilities

• Be comfortable handling a variety of dogs and cats ranging in age, size, and temperament.
• Be comfortable working alone, including handling pet medical emergencies should they arise.
• Be comfortable administering medication to dogs and cats including oral, topical, and injectable medication, typically during specific times of the night.
• Supervise a variety of dogs during both group and solo potty breaks after regular business hours.
• Complete janitorial tasks including but not limited to cleaning and sanitizing kennels and yards, laundry, dishes, mopping, etc.
• Prepare breakfast meals for boarding dogs including those with special feeding instructions.
• Provide excellent verbal and written communication with other Overnight Handlers, Daytime Handlers, and management.
• Be able to pay close attention to and recognize any abnormal behavior with boarding pets, and notify on-call management immediately.
• Supervise the entire facility by monitoring 20 cameras at one time and walk-throughs as needed.
• Provide 1:1 overnight care and potty breaks for dogs as needed.
• Provide additional enrichment services as needed including kennel cuddles, boredom buster treats, and more.

Scheduling

• We are specifically seeking someone who has open availability throughout the week. Weekend and holiday availability is a must!
• Shifts are typically scheduled 6pm until 12am, and 12am until 6:30am, although some shifts may be scheduled for the entire night from 6pm-6:30am (schedule and shifts will be pre-determined by the time of hire).
• Opportunities for additional hours are available during our peak seasons (typically summertime and holidays) and through cross-training if desired.
• If you are a student, we will only be able to move forward with your application if you are available during our busy holiday season including working half-day shifts on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day.

This position guarantees at least 30 hours per week at $15.55/hour tips.

Benefits

• FREE boarding and daycare for employee pets during non-peak times
• Discounted grooming services and retail
• Use of our grooming salon, tools, equipment, and various shampoos
• Holiday pay on major holidays worked
• Paid vacation time (after 1 year) and paid sick time (after 90 days)
• 100% split tips
• Recognition rewards program
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans available for full-time employees (company covers 50%)
• Annual raises

The ideal candidate is someone who is:

• Detail oriented
• Punctual and reliable
• Comfortable working alone and efficently
• Able to handle emergencies alone - including pet medical emergencies - should they arise
• Excellent with verbal and written communication
• Able to learn quickly and is willing to adopt our high standards of safety and sanitation procedures without cutting corners
• A self-starter and not afraid to ask questions
• A total team player and will contribute to our positive workplace culture
• An animal lover!

Requirements:

• 18 years or older with a high school diploma or GED
• At least 6 months of previous overnight work experience
• Reliable transportation to and from your shifts
• Available to work the days and shifts listed above
• Available to work weekends and holidays (no exceptions!)
• Must be comfortable working in a loud and fast-paced environment
• Must be able to comfortably and reliably walk up and down a flight of stairs, squat, bend, kneel, stand on your feet for long periods of time, and lift up to 30 pounds independently
• Must be willing and comfortable getting your hands dirty and picking up pet waste!

Once we receive your resume, you will be sent an application by email. Please check your junk/spam folders frequently! Our interview process includes a virtual interview, in-person interview, and a working interview to ensure the perfect fit for both parties.

Due to a high volume of applicants, please refrain from contacting our office for an update on your application status.

Pay: From $15.55 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 30.0 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• On-the-job training
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• overnight work: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16