Animal Care Attendant (Flexible Working Hours)

Destination Pet•New Bern, NC

About The Position

Destination Pet is hiring an Animal Care Attendant at Jill's Pet Resort. The role provides hands-on care for pet guests in a pet resort environment, helping maintain a safe, clean, and comfortable setting while supporting their health and well-being. The work is physically active and involves exposure to cleaning supplies, pet hair, and animal accidents. Availability on evenings, weekends, and holidays is required; open availability is preferred. Pay starts at $11.00–$12.00 per hour, depending on experience, plus tips. Employees can access earned wages through DailyPay. The position reports to the General Manager.

Requirements

  • A strong love for animals.
  • A calm and professional demeanor.
  • Willingness to do hands-on work, including getting dirty.
  • Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
  • Ability to remain on their feet for the duration of a shift.
  • Ability to stand, walk, and climb stairs frequently.
  • Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

  • Prior kennel or animal care experience.
  • Open availability.

Responsibilities

  • Keep pet enclosures and play areas clean, safe, and sanitized.
  • Serve meals and provide fresh water to pets.
  • Monitor each pet guest’s health and well-being and report anything unusual to the General Manager or Assistant Manager.
  • Supervise pets during playtime.
  • Assist with brushing and bathing.
  • Handle laundry and pet belongings.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • Telehealth
  • 401(k)
  • Pet insurance
  • Tips
  • DailyPay access to earned wages
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