Lead Animal Care Attendant (Flexible Working Hours)

Destination Pet, LLC•Denver, CO

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Destination Pet is seeking a Lead Animal Care Attendant to join their team at Canine Fitness and Fun Center. This role requires a confident, compassionate, and capable individual to help guide daily operations. The Lead Animal Care Attendant will be responsible for ensuring pet care excellence, coaching teammates, and maintaining a safe and clean environment. Destination Pet is a growing company that provides a range of services including day care, boarding, grooming, training, and veterinary services, with a mission to elevate the love and lives of pet families.

Requirements

High school diploma required.
Previous work experience in animal care.
Ability to lead by example.
Calm under pressure.
Confident in guiding and supporting teammates.
Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs.
Availability on evenings, weekends, and holidays required.
Willingness to be on feet most of the shift, including standing, walking, climbing stairs, and handling leashed dogs.
Exposure to cleaning supplies, pet hair, and pet accidents is expected.

Nice To Haves

Med administration experience.
CPR training is a big plus (company can assist with training).

Responsibilities

Leading the pack during assigned shifts, coaching, guiding, and setting the tone for pet care excellence.
Working alongside Animal Care Attendants to ensure safety, cleanliness, and a positive environment for pets.
Training new hires on proper pet handling, procedures, and facility operations.
Monitoring pet guests for health, safety, and reporting any concerns to management.
Serving food, fresh water, and providing care to all pet guests.
Overseeing medication administration and care for special needs guests.
Bathing and brushing pets.
Ensuring the facility is clean, cozy, and well-maintained.
Performing other duties as assigned.