Animal Care Technician

Pawtown Pet Resort • Spring, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Pawtown Pet Resort is seeking dog lovers with a passion for providing top-notch care and a desire to grow with a company of like-minded individuals. The ideal candidate will be a kind, conscientious, and detail-oriented caregiver with a flexible schedule. The company strives to provide a safe, fun, and rewarding work environment, with a focus on productive teamwork. Starting pay is $11.00 per hour with raises based on performance.

Requirements

• Works together well with others to make sure all duties are completed and guests are cared for (Team Player)
• Able to properly, promptly, and effectively communicate with other team members, management, and pet parents (Good Communicator)
• A flexible schedule
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Uses keen observation skills to make sure guests are safe and comfortable, and to report any issues as they arise (Attention to Detail)
• Love for animals a must
• Comfortable with dogs of all sizes and breeds (Dog Friendly)
• An ability to stand/work upright for multiple hours at a time, in all weather types
• Able to lift at least 50 lbs and remain active throughout your shift (Physical Stamina)

Nice To Haves

• Previous petcare/animal experience

Responsibilities

• Overseeing a playgroup of dogs and managing their behavior and playtime
• Learning animal behavior to provide a safe environment, including studying canine body language and learning how to make dogs comfortable in a kennel and playgroup environment
• Managing the cleanliness of kennels and play areas and maintaining the highest possible cleaning standards
• Cleaning toys, washing dishes, mopping floors, vacuuming hair, and taking care of unpleasant doggy messes
• Feeding pets according to parents’ instructions
• Making sure all dogs have fresh water, clean bedding, and a comfortable space to stay overnight
• Administering medication according to veterinary instructions (may be included)
• Using common sense to solve problems as it relates to dogs in care
• Working with initiative to take on an array of tasks in the center
• Communicating effectively with other team members
• Having basic customer service skills and being ready to talk with pet parents about their family members
• Following established safety protocols to the letter to ensure a safe and fun environment for guests and staff
• Loving dogs

Benefits

• Discounted daycare and boarding for your own dog
• Medical/vision/dental plans (for full-time employees)
• 401k (for full-time employees)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees