What are the responsibilities and job description for the Temporary/Seasonal Kennel Technician/Doggie Daycare Yard Attendant position at Cilley Veterinary Clinic?
About us
Cilley Veterinary Clinic is a veterinary hospital providing medical services, overnight boarding for dogs and cats, doggy daycare, and grooming services to Concord and the surrounding areas.
We are seeking temporary part-time staffing with a flexible schedule for our boarding kennel and doggie daycare to cover during a period of extended leave. Exact dates are not set in stone, but we would like to start soon for training, and we expect the position to last through early March, though this may vary depending on circumstances at the time. This would likely include a few weeks at 30-40 hours for training, then around 20 hours or as needed each week.
We are looking for coverage on shifts which will include hours on Weekdays from 7:15am-6:30pm, and which will include hours on some weekends; Saturdays from 7:15am-12:30pm & 3:30p-5:30p, and Sundays from 7:15am-9:30am & 3:30pm-5:30pm.
Please note that we do not have an open permanent, full time role at this time, but may be open to discussing other arrangements as time goes on and when the temporary period ends, depending on staffing needs at that time.
Professional Animal Care experience in a similar setting is ideal for this position. We are looking to add dedicated members to our team that have a strong passion for animal care backed by experience in this field. Due to the temporary nature of this role, for a candidate without experience coming in, the training period will be very intensive.
This job requires strength and stamina, and a lengthy amount of time on your feet. You must be comfortable handling all sizes and breeds of dogs and cats. Every day will likely bring something different and new.
All applicants must be able to multi-task, be detail-oriented, punctual, have reliable transportation, be able to work in all weather conditions, be able to read and write, lift 50 lbs, and be able to work both independently as well as in a team setting, as well as being ready and willing to learn new things and face new challenges. Reliability and dependability are an absolute must.
Primary duties include (but are not limited to):
- Daily care of our daycare and boarding dogs and cats - feeding, filling water bowls, administering medication, cleaning & disinfection as necessary, providing all care as needed, and learning and following schedules, protocols, and operating procedures, etc.
- Supervising groups of dogs while they play outside to ensure their safety, bringing groups and single dogs outside and back in for exercise and fresh air over the course of the day, and constructing compatible social groups based on their individual personalities and needs.
- Laundry, washing dishes, cleaning cages and runs, and other general cleaning and disinfection around the kennel and hospital as scheduled and as needed.
- Maintenance of equipment, facilities, and grounds as needed, including sanding/salting and snow removal in Winter, and other seasonal tasks as they come up.
- Additional tasks as needed.
Additional duties may include (but are not limited to):
- Customer Service and Reception - greeting clients, using computers and phones, processing payments, scheduling appointments and reservations, data-entry, processing paperwork, etc. (Experience with Microsoft Windows and Office products is very helpful.)
- Bathing and basic maintenance grooming of dogs and cats as needed.
Please include your resume and a cover letter with your availability and why you would be a good candidate for this role.
Please note that we are a small business with only 1 hiring manager for this position, so we may not be able to respond directly to all applications and inquiries. Thank you for your understanding.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary
Pay: $14.00 - $18.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- Paid training
Work Location: In person
Salary : $14 - $18