What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kennel Assistant - Hiring Urgently!!! position at Claws and Paws Inn?
ATTENTION !! Pet Lovers Needed - We are looking for new staff to work as a kennel assistant part time.
- The job requires you to be on your feet 6-11 hours a day.
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds unassisted.
- Must be able to control large breed dogs on a leash.
- Must be able to work Weekends (one weekend shift a month required) or as needed.
- Holidays (Two Required) or as needed.
The job involves bathing, walking, handling, feeding, monitoring, and medicating pets - dogs and cats most commonly.
We offer training in all areas and cross train all of our employees to be capable in each department, and offer mandatory safety and risk training.
All Employees must be ready to be trained for potentially filling-in at the front desk when needed - You would be expected to help by answering phone calls, talking with customers at the front desk, understanding and using our computer system to create and edit reservations, and receiving payments when needed.
We look for personalities that can bring comfort to clients, and build relationships with our clients, while they leave their pets in our hands. We need people that love animals, show compassion, and pay attention to detail.
Our Team goal is to be the cleanest, safest, and most fun pet care option there is for our furry guests in the area!
While outside in our fenced in play yard, yard staff are expected to upkeep the cleanliness of the yard, play with our pets, monitor their behavior, play styles, and health while socializing or during one on one time. Being attentive and interactive with our pets is a requirement. Being prepared for any misbehavior or medical attention means Paying Attention, and communicating with other staff in a timely manner.
Cleaning is also a Main part of the job - we clean as needed throughout the day, keep up with chores as needed such as dishes and laundry, sweeping and mopping, ect. Then Every Day, staff are assigned with a mandatory Bulk Clean of each section of our kennel.
We care for animals, so be ready to tackle big messes!
The right employee must be able to work throughout the week, weekends and holidays as needed, we are flexible and understanding of outside factors but a minimum of two holiday shifts are required, and a minimum of one full weekend shift is also required.
Uniforms provided. Scrubs recommended, Athletic casual allowed. Non-Slip Shoes and Closed Toed Shoes are Required.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $12.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
Experience:
- Kennel work: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $12