Animal Care Technician
About The Position
My Three Dogs West Coleman is seeking a dog-loving, kind, conscientious, and detail-oriented caregiver who wants to provide high-quality care and grow with a like-minded team. The role supports a safe, fun, and rewarding work environment through productive teamwork. Starting pay is $15.00 per hour, with raises based on performance. The technician supervises dog playgroups, learns and applies canine behavior knowledge, maintains clean kennels and play areas, and provides daily care such as feeding dogs according to their parents’ instructions and ensuring they have fresh water, clean bedding, and comfortable overnight spaces. The role may also include administering medication according to veterinary instructions. Team members use sound judgment to solve problems, take initiative across a range of center tasks, communicate with colleagues and pet parents, and follow established safety protocols. Duties may be modified, expanded, or reduced as the company’s needs evolve.
Requirements
- Must love dogs and animals.
- Able to work well with others to complete duties and care for guests.
- Able to communicate properly, promptly, and effectively with team members, management, and pet parents.
- Flexible schedule and willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
- Keen observation and attention to detail to help ensure dogs are safe and comfortable and to report issues.
- Comfortable with dogs of all sizes and breeds.
- Able to stand or work upright for multiple hours, work in all weather types, lift at least 50 lbs, and remain active throughout a shift.
Nice To Haves
- Previous pet-care or animal experience is preferred, but not required.
Responsibilities
- Supervise dog playgroups and manage dogs’ behavior and playtime.
- Learn canine behavior, including body language, and help dogs feel comfortable in kennel and playgroup environments.
- Clean kennels and play areas, including cleaning toys, washing dishes, mopping floors, vacuuming hair, and cleaning up dog messes.
- Feed pets according to their parents’ instructions and ensure dogs have fresh water, clean bedding, and a comfortable overnight space.
- Administer medication according to veterinary instructions when needed.
- Use sound judgment to solve problems involving dogs in the center’s care.
- Take initiative to perform a range of tasks in the center.
- Communicate and coordinate effectively with team members.
- Provide basic customer service and speak with pet parents about their dogs.
- Follow established safety protocols.
Benefits
- Discounted daycare and boarding for employees’ own dogs.
- Medical, vision, and dental plans for full-time employees.
- 401(k) for full-time employees.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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