What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kennel Technician - 12:30pm - 6:30pm position at Cedar Creek Pet Hospital?
Cedar Creek Pet Hospital is looking for a morning shift Kennel Technician to join our team.
Hours- 12:30pm-6:30pm- Monday-Friday
The ideal candidate will be an enthusiastic, highly motivated, organized, team player that has a true passion and love for caring for animals.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- providing care for dogs and cats
- monitoring dog behavior in day care
- preparing food and feeding
- record keeping
- cleaning kennels and play areas
- walking and exercising dogs
- laundry and dishes
- medication administration
- occasionally assist the medical services staff with inpatient care
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Reliable attendance and timeliness are essential
- Weekend availability REQUIRED
- Ability to multi-task
- Ability to observe animal appearance and behavior (training provided)
- Ability to clean and maintain kennels, cages, and runs
- Perform general cleaning in boarding and day play areas
- Wash and sterilize food and water bowls
- Strong communication and client service skills
- Ability to work with others in a professional, friendly, and hospitable manner
- Will be required to walk or stand for long periods of time; will use hands to manipulate, handle, or feel; will reach with hands and arms
- Work occurs at, inside, and outside venues, so ability to layer up or down and deal with the seasonal weather is imperative. Exposure can be reduced during extreme weather
- Ability to handle, manage and restrain animals using appropriate procedures (training provided)
- Frequently lift dogs weighing up to 50 lbs. Walk and handle dogs weighing up to 150 lbs.
This position has plenty of growth opportunity within the hospital.
In your cover letter or resume, please list preferred contact method.
If you are enthusiastic about working with animals and possess the necessary skills, we invite you to apply for the position of Kennel Technician. Join our team in making a positive impact on the lives of pets and their owners!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $12.00 - $15.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Application Question(s):
- Can you work Monday-Friday 12:30pm-6:30pm?
Ability to Commute:
- Olathe, KS 66061 (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Olathe, KS 66061: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $12 - $15