What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kennel Attendant position at Rusty's Retreat?
Job Overview
Join our dynamic team as a Kennel Attendant and become a vital part of providing exceptional care and comfort to our furry guests! In this energetic role, you will be responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and nurturing environment for animals in our care. Your enthusiasm and attention to detail will ensure each pet receives the highest level of pet care, animal handling, and kennel management. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to work closely with animals while developing valuable skills in animal care, and customer service.
Duties
- Provide daily care for animals including feeding, watering, cleaning kennels, and monitoring health status
- Supervise multiple dogs of different breeds and sizes, ensuring a safe and friendly group play experience.
- Assist with pet grooming tasks such as bathing, drying and brushing, dogs to ensure pets look and feel their best
- Support dog boarding services by engaging with animals in outdoor play areas and ensuring their comfort during their stay
- Perform thorough cleaning and sanitizing of kennels, common areas, and equipment to maintain a hygienic environment
- Provide excellent customer service and assist with check-in and check-out times
Experience
- Previous veterinary experience or veterinary technician experience is highly desirable
- Experience with pet grooming, pet sitting, or dog training is a strong plus
- Prior kennel experience or animal handling background is preferred
- Familiarity with animal restraint techniques and general animal care procedures is beneficial
- Hands-on outdoor work experience involving animals or pets enhances your suitability for this role
- Excellent customer service skills to interact positively with pet owners and visitors
- Ability to perform heavy lifting safely and work effectively in a team environment
- Comfortable cleaning and sanitizing after pet accidents including urine, feces, vomit, blood or drool
Join us to make a difference in the lives of animals while building your expertise in animal care! We value energetic individuals who are passionate about dogs and committed to providing outstanding service. This paid opportunity is perfect for those eager to grow their skills in veterinary assistance, pet grooming, dog handling, and more—all within a lively team dedicated to animal well-being.
Pay: $13.00 - $15.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
- Paid training
Application Question(s):
- How many years of professional dog handling experience do you have?
- Are you willing to work morning, evening, weekend and holiday shifts based on kennel needs?
- Are you comfortable handling dogs of all sizes, breeds and temperaments - including strong pullers, jumpers and anxious dogs?
- Are you able to life 50 lbs and perform physically demanding tasks such as cleaning kennels, mopping and safely restraining dogs?
- Do you have reliable transportation to/from work?
- Are you comfortable working in environments with loud noises, cleaning chemicals and outdoor weather conditions?
- Are you willing to follow strict safety, sanitation and kennel protocols at all times?
Work Location: In person
Salary : $13 - $15