Kennel Technician - Opelika, AL

GLOBAL K9 PROTECTION GROUP LLC•Opelika, AL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Global K9 Protection Group LLC is looking for a dedicated and passionate Kennel Technician to serve as an integral part of the GK9PG Team. This role involves feeding animals, grooming, assisting with medical procedures, maintaining kennel cleanliness, and ensuring the safety and well-being of the animals. The ideal candidate will be safety-conscious, able to follow instructions, and possess a positive attitude.

Requirements

Lifting and carrying up to 40 lbs. (Assistance provided from other staff members in lifting animals over 40 lbs)
Walking and standing for extended periods of times
Working frequently in a bent position
May be exposed to unpleasant odors, noises, and animal feces.
Loud; dogs barking
Mentors, inspires, and champions employees for continued growth and development
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
Ability to balance team and individual responsibilities; contributes to building a positive team spirit
Effectively communicate customer related issues with operations team and devise ways of improving the customer experience, including resolving problems and complaint.
Able to lead others with tact, respect, and professionalism
Reach across organizational lines to integrate and streamline essential functions
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Ability to create, to maintain, and prepare records and reports
Able to perform tasks with minimal or no oversight
Strong organizational, time management, and analytical skills
Must be able to prioritize multi-tasking enable to effectively complete work in timely manner
Able to identify problems, suggest and implement solutions, and react to change with a high degree of attention to detail and foresight
Able to work outside normal business hours including weekends as needed

Responsibilities

Feed animals as prescribed by Kennel Manager
Groom and bath canines
Assist doctors and kennel manager with the administration of medications or with patient restraint
Assist Veterinarians
Collect urine and fecal specimens
Maintain the cleanliness of the kennel area each day and carry out according to the schedule: daily, weekly, and monthly etc.
Follow a regular schedule for cleaning and sanitizing, using chemicals and supplies: including but not limited to kennel area, cages, runs, wards and related areas; changes litter boxes and food/water bowls
Recognize and report any unusual condition or abnormal behavior
Participate in all staff and training meetings
Communicate with staff members
Prioritize tasks
Maintain constant vigilance
Keep oneself busy and productive
Listen and follow oral and written instructions
Maintain cooperative relationships with others
Assist others and be willing and able to teach other staff members kennel skills
Other duties as assigned