What are the responsibilities and job description for the Overnight Kennel Attendant position at Creature Comforts Pet Resort?
Overnight Kennel Attendant (Nights: 10:00 PM–7:00 AM) — Full-Time / Part-Time
We’re hiring a reliable, compassionate Overnight Kennel Attendant to work nights from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM. The right candidate will provide safe, attentive overnight care for a variety of animals and maintain a clean, sanitary facility.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise overnight animals; walk dogs as scheduled, clean up any accidents.
- Feed and provide water for dogs, cats, pigs, and small animals; follow individual feeding instructions
- Monitor animals’ health and behavior; identify and report signs of illness, injury, stress, or unusual behavior to management or veterinary staff
- Clean and sanitize kennels, play areas, floors, and bathrooms nightly
- Perform routine facility upkeep (laundry, restocking supplies, waste disposal)
- Administer basic medications or treatments as directed and documented
- Maintain accurate logs and shift reports; communicate handoffs to daytime staff
- Adhere to all safety, sanitation, and animal-handling protocols
Required Qualifications
- Must be available every night including weekends and Holidays from 10:00 PM–7:00 AM
- Prior experience working with dogs, cats, and small animals; experience with farm animals (pigs) a plus
- Demonstrated ability to assess basic animal health and behavior and escalate concerns appropriately
- Comfortable handling animals of various sizes and temperaments
- Ability to perform physical tasks: walking dogs, lifting/moving supplies, cleaning, standing for long periods
- Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently overnight
- Strong communication and record-keeping skills
Preferred
- Kennel, veterinary, shelter, or boarding experience
- Basic animal first-aid knowledge or certification
- Valid driver’s license
What We Offer
- Competitive pay (based on experience)
- On-the-job training and support
- Safe, team-oriented environment
We are an equal-opportunity employer.