Animal Care Attendant (Flexible Working Hours)

Destination Pet•La Crosse, WI

22h

About The Position

Destination Pet is hiring an Animal Care Attendant at Pet Me Scratch Me in La Crosse. The role involves hands-on care for pets at a pet care center, helping create a clean, safe, and welcoming experience for animals and their families. This is an active position that requires working on your feet and handling cleaning supplies, pet hair, and animal messes. The schedule requires flexibility, including Mondays, Fridays, and at least two weekends per month. Available shifts are 6:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. or 6:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. for morning shifts, and 12:30 p.m.–6:30 p.m. or 1:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m. for afternoon shifts. Pay starts at $13.00–$14.00 per hour, depending on experience, plus tips. Benefits and perks mentioned include telehealth, a 401(k), pet insurance, and access to earned wages through DailyPay.

Requirements

Demonstrate a strong interest in and affection for animals.
Maintain a cool, calm, and professional demeanor.
Be willing to perform hands-on work that can be physically demanding and messy.
Be able to lift up to 40 pounds.
Be able to remain on your feet for the duration of a shift.
Be able to stand, walk, and climb stairs frequently.
Be available for evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Be flexible with scheduling; Mondays, Fridays, and at least two weekends per month are required.

Nice To Haves

Prior kennel or animal care experience is a plus.
Willingness to learn if new to animal care.

Responsibilities

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