What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kennel Attendant position at Mechanicsville Animal Hospital?
We are seeking part-time Kennel Attendants to provide exceptional care for our boarding and hospitalized patients. We are currently hiring for opening and closing shifts, with each position scheduled 5 days per week. If you are dependable, compassionate, and enjoy working with animals, we'd love to hear from you!
RESPONSIBILITIES: including, but not limited to:
* Feeding and walking animals
* Documentation skills
* Cleaning bowls/dishes
* Cleaning all cages, runs, kennel areas.
* Bathing animals, nail trims.
* Assist other employees and clients in a cheerful and respectful manner as a representative of Mechanicsville Animal Hospital.
* Client interactions, admitting and discharging animals.
* Phone and Computer skills
* Should enjoy working with dogs and cats.
REQUIREMENTS: including, but not limited to:
* Healthy, positive attitude
* Able to humanely handle animals under various circumstances.
* Ability to lift 40 lbs and carry 40 lbs bags and boxes.
* Availability to work: morning, weekends, and holidays
* Experience with handling dogs and cats, willingness to work with different animal personalities.
* Able to read, write, understand, and follow oral and written instructions.
* Able to stand for long periods of time.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $13.65 - $15.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
Shift:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
Work Days:
- Holidays
- Weekends as needed
- Weekends only
Experience:
- Kennel: 1 year (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Mechanicsville, VA 23111 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $14 - $15