Kennel Technician - Anna, TX
About The Position
Cold Springs Animal Hospital is looking for a dedicated Kennel Technician to join their animal-loving team. In this full-time role, you’ll keep our boarding and hospitalized pets clean, comfortable, fed, and cared for, and you’ll be an important set of eyes on their well-being throughout the day. No kennel experience? No problem. We provide on-the-job training and support from experienced team members, so you can learn the ropes in a positive, pet-centered environment. The company emphasizes training from day one, room to grow in the veterinary field, a pet-centered workplace, meaningful hands-on work, and a supportive team environment.
Requirements
- Comfort handling dogs and cats of all sizes and temperaments
- A punctual, dependable approach and the ability to work well with a team
- Attention to detail when tracking each pet’s food, elimination, and behavior
- Weekend and holiday availability
- Ability to lift 40+ lbs and stay active on your feet throughout your shift
Nice To Haves
- Animal care or kennel experience preferred but not required
Responsibilities
- Feed, walk, and monitor the well-being of dogs and cats
- Clean and disinfect kennels, cages, and common areas
- Provide baths and basic hygiene care when needed
- Keep detailed records of food intake, elimination, and behavior
- Administer medications as directed
- Assist with patient handling during exams and treatments, as trained
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe environment for every pet
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- 401(k) matching
- Tuition support
- Referral bonuses
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options
- Up to three weeks of paid parental leave
- Generous PTO
- Employee pet discounts
- Quarterly team bonuses
- Professional development opportunities
- Continuing education allowance
- Uniform allowance
- Six paid holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee discount program
- Roth Retirement Savings Plan
- Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
- 529 Savings Plan
- Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
- Free or discounted lab work for all employee pets
- Pet discounts on services and products
- Pet food discount program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
