Kennel Technician - Hadley, MA

Valley Veterinary HospitalHadley, MA
$15 - $18Onsite

About The Position

Valley Inn For Pets is seeking a full-time Pet Care Attendant to join our team! We are looking for hardworking, motivated individuals with a sense of fun who love dogs and cats and want to grow with us. At Valley Inn For Pets, we are passionate about providing exceptional care for pets while giving their families peace of mind. Our Pet Care Attendants play an important role in creating a safe, comfortable, and enriching environment for every pet in our care.

Requirements

  • A genuine love for animals and commitment to their well-being
  • Strong work ethic and positive attitude
  • Dependability and willingness to work as part of a team
  • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
  • Attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness
  • Comfort handling animals of various sizes and temperaments
  • Strong communication skills
  • Desire to learn and grow within animal care
  • Frequently bend, stand, stoop, walk, sit, communicate, and listen throughout the workday
  • Frequently use hands and arms to handle and restrain animals safely
  • Ability to lift and move up to 30 pounds regularly
  • Ability to work in an active environment that requires stamina and mobility

Responsibilities

  • Observe pets for overall health, comfort, and signs of illness or distress
  • Safely handle and restrain animals as needed
  • Walk boarded dogs throughout the day for exercise and elimination needs
  • Feed, medicate, and care for boarding pets according to instructions
  • Bathe, groom, and provide daily care for pets staying with us
  • Maintain accurate records regarding feeding schedules, behavior, and observations
  • Clean, disinfect, and maintain kennels, cages, suites, and common areas
  • Wash and sanitize food and water bowls
  • Launder towels, blankets, and bedding
  • Ensure pets and personal belongings are properly identified and organized

Benefits

  • Competitive pay
  • 401(k) matching
  • Tuition support
  • Referral bonuses
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options
  • Generous PTO
  • Employee discounts
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Uniform allowance
  • Six paid holidays
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
  • Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
  • 529 Savings Plan
  • Tuition Support Program (full-time only)
  • Referral bonus program
  • Health Insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
  • 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)
  • Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.
  • Sick Time / Paid Time Off
  • Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
  • Pet discounts on services and products
  • Pet food discount program
  • Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Continuing education allowance
  • Uniform allowance
  • Six paid holidays (full-time only)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee discount program
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