Kennel Technician
About The Position
· Maintains and cares for the physical well-being of all K2K9 dogs · Assists Kennel Supervisor and/or veterinary staff, if necessary, with medical aid for the dogs. · Monitors and observes animals for signs of illness or injury and reports to K2K9 Veterinarian. · Feeds and waters animals as scheduled · Lifts and carry food from pallets to individual kennels · Complete forms and report to Kennel Supervisor regarding care, feeding and disposition of dog at conclusion of each shift · Bathes dogs and performs related animal grooming and care · Clean and sanitize kennels, kennel runs and kennel equipment · Stock food and kennel supplies · Maintain effective working relationships with all kennel employees including kennel master, dog handlers, kennel leaders, other kennel staff and all K2K9 employees. · If necessary, assist Kennel Supervisor with transportation of the dogs All other duties as assigned Disclaimer: The above is intended to describe the general nature and level of work expected of the position available for hire. The requirements listed herein are not to be construed as exhaustive, and additional duties and responsibilities may be required based upon skill and experience.
Requirements
- Effectively apply K2K9 policies and procedures relating to the kennel operations and care, feeding, and handling of all K2K9 dogs.
- Ensure that the dog’s health and well-being is of premium importance. Establish effective working relationships with all kennel and K2K9 employees.
- Ability to Commute: Jackson Springs, NC 27281 (Required)
Nice To Haves
- Driver's License (preferred)
Responsibilities
- Maintains and cares for the physical well-being of all K2K9 dogs
- Assists Kennel Supervisor and/or veterinary staff, if necessary, with medical aid for the dogs.
- Monitors and observes animals for signs of illness or injury and reports to K2K9 Veterinarian.
- Feeds and waters animals as scheduled
- Lifts and carry food from pallets to individual kennels
- Complete forms and report to Kennel Supervisor regarding care, feeding and disposition of dog at conclusion of each shift
- Bathes dogs and performs related animal grooming and care
- Clean and sanitize kennels, kennel runs and kennel equipment
- Stock food and kennel supplies
- Maintain effective working relationships with all kennel employees including kennel master, dog handlers, kennel leaders, other kennel staff and all K2K9 employees.
- If necessary, assist Kennel Supervisor with transportation of the dogs
- All other duties as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
