Kennel Technician

KENNEL TECHNICIAN – NVC NEDERLAND

Location: Nederland, TX
Employment Type: Full-Time

About NVC Nederland

Neighborhood Veterinary Centers (NVC) Nederland is a well-established small animal practice proudly serving the Nederland community. As a 100% family-owned and operated organization, NVC is built on strong relationships, supportive leadership, and a culture that consistently puts people and pets first.

We believe great care starts with great teams — and every role in our hospital plays an essential part in creating a safe, compassionate, and positive experience for our patients and clients.

About This Position

We are seeking a compassionate, dependable, and attentive Kennel Technician to join our team at NVC Nederland.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on animal care, takes pride in maintaining a clean and organized environment, and thrives in a team-oriented setting. As a Kennel Technician, you will play a vital role in ensuring our patients are safe, comfortable, and well cared for throughout their stay.

Key Responsibilities

Patient Care & Animal Support

• Provide daily feeding, watering, walking, and enrichment for dogs and cats
• Bathe, comfort, and monitor pets with patience and kindness
• Observe animal behavior and recognize signs of stress, illness, or discomfort
• Communicate concerns promptly and clearly to the medical team
• Assist with safe, gentle, low-stress restraint when needed

Hospital Support & Cleanliness

• Clean, sanitize, and maintain kennels, runs, treatment areas, and common spaces
• Manage laundry, supplies, and equipment to support daily operations
• Maintain organization and cleanliness throughout the hospital

Team & Culture

• Support a positive, respectful, and team-first work environment
• Demonstrate professionalism, accountability, and compassion in all interactions

Required Qualifications

• Prior experience as a Kennel Technician or in professional animal care
• Confidence handling dogs and cats of various sizes and temperaments
• Ability to recognize basic animal body language and stress cues
• Strong attention to detail and ability to communicate observations
• Dependable, punctual, and committed to high-quality patient care
• Comfortable with physical tasks, cleaning, and sanitation duties
• Ability to lift 40 lbs and remain active throughout the workday
• Positive attitude with a willingness to learn and grow

Preferred Qualifications

• Fear Free® knowledge or certification
• Experience with low-stress handling or restraint
• Customer service experience
• Experience in a veterinary, boarding, or shelter environment

Physical & Environmental Requirements

• Ability to bend, stoop, scrub, lift, and perform repetitive motions
• Exposure to noise, odors, cleaning agents, pet waste, and zoonotic risks
• Ability to walk and handle animals of all sizes
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions when walking dogs

Why Join NVC?

• Family-owned and operated — no investors, no corporate board
• Supportive leadership and strong team culture
• Meaningful work caring for pets and supporting your community
• Opportunities to learn, grow, and develop within veterinary medicine

We Look Forward to Meeting You

If you’re passionate about animal care and want to be part of a collaborative, compassionate veterinary team, we’d love to hear from you.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $10.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• This position requires someone to be able to work 7am - 4pm daily and be available to work 1 weekend a month or as needed on weekends. Is this suitable for you?

Ability to Commute:

• Nederland, TX (Required)

Work Location: In person

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