What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dog Kennel Attendant, daycare and boarding kennel worker position at Ellensburg Pet Lodge?
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Dog Kennel Attendant to join our pet care team. In this vital role, you will be responsible for providing exceptional care and attention to dogs in our facility, ensuring their safety, comfort, and well-being. As well as checking customers, in and out and communicating to customers. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work closely with animals, applying your animal and customer service skills to create a safe and nurturing environment.
This is not an entry-level job. Minimum of a 1 year commitment. This is an independent, demanding position. You’ll be required to work independently performing tasks to ensure the well-being of all our guests.
Required to work all school breaks, holidays, including Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. Required to work more hours during our peak season, holidays and school breaks. 20-35 hours per week
Responsibilities
- Monitor and care for dogs housed in the kennel, ensuring their safety, cleanliness, and comfort at all times
- Supervise dogs during play times to ensure their safety and well-being
- Maintain cleanliness in kennels and common areas by performing regular cleaning tasks
- Maintain detailed records of each dog’s health status, behavior observations, and daily activities
- Monitor behavior and health, promptly reporting any concerns to the management team
- Intuitive, able to adapt to stressful and busy times.
- Assist with heavy lifting to move kennels or equipment safely
Skills
- Proven experience in dog handling
- Previous experience in kennel work, veterinary care, or dog handling would be a great asset
- A genuine love for animals and a commitment to their welfare
- The dedication to a hard, independent, demanding fast past work environment
- Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends, all holidays and school breaks. Working on all holidays is required including working thanksgiving and Christmas Day. Shifts that may be required start as early as 6:30am and end as late as 9:30pm
- Strong customer service skills to communicate effectively with pet owners and team members
- Ability to perform heavy lifting 40 plus pounds
- Exceptional animal handling skills combined with a compassionate attitude toward pets and their owners
- Ability to work with potentially people reactive, as well as dog aggressive dogs
Join us in creating a safe haven where dogs feel loved, cared for, and happy!
Job Type: 20-30 hours. 30-35 hours required to work during peak season, all holidays, and school breaks are required to work. Including working Christmas Day
Pay: $18 - $20 per hour depending on years of experience working in a dog kennel facility.
Potential raise within six months to one year
Room for growth and management positions. Takes at least six months to one year to completely master this position depending on experience.
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $20