Animal Care Attendant

Destination Pet • Onalaska, WI

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About The Position

Destination Pet is hiring an Animal Care Attendant at Pet Me Scratch Me Onalaska. The role supports the care and well-being of pet guests in a pet-care facility, helping create a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for animals and their families. This is a hands-on, on-your-feet position that involves animal care, cleaning, feeding, supervision, and assisting with grooming tasks.

Requirements

• Have a strong love of animals.
• Maintain a calm and professional demeanor.
• Be willing to perform hands-on work and get dirty.
• Be able to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Be able to stand, walk, and climb stairs frequently and remain on your feet for the duration of a shift.
• Be available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

• Prior kennel or animal care experience.

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, including observing elimination habits.
• Report anything unusual to the General Manager or Assistant Manager.
• Supervise pets during playtime.
• Assist with brushing and bathing.
• Handle laundry and pets’ belongings to keep them clean.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Full-time health benefits
• 401(k)
• Discounted pet insurance
• Pay starts at $14.50 per hour, depending on experience, plus tips
• Access to earned wages through DailyPay

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed