Pet Care Boarding Attendant
About The Position
Kennelwood Pet Resorts is looking for a Boarding Attendant to be a part of a growing industry leader pet care business. As a Boarding Attendant you ensure that each animal guest at our resort stays in clean accommodations and has all their individual needs attended to. You clean and sanitize hotel areas, outside runs, and laundry. You will provide meals and medications to our animal guest as well as clean-up to keep the facility clean and smelling awesome! Kennelwood Pet Resorts opened its first location in 1974 and has been a leader in the pet care industry, introducing services like Shed-X and Doggie DayCamp. The company offers training, grooming, dog daycamp, and boarding across eight pet resort locations and also runs a Kennelwood Academy for Dog Training Professionals. Kennelwood's philosophy is that the experiences we create form connections that build trust and confidence. Join our team and be a part of the tradition and contribute to the lives of the pets entrusted in our care!
Requirements
- Ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods
- Ability to lift at least 40 lbs on a regular basis and up to 50 lbs on occasion
- Ability to walk dogs of all sizes on leashes
- Ability to handle dogs of all sizes
- Comfortable working around pet hair and dander
- A passion for animals
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays
- No experience necessary
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in a veterinarians office or hands on pet care environment
Responsibilities
- Conduct special enrichment events with the animals
- Provide feedings and water to each animal guest as directed
- Provide medication and keep accurate records
- Provide exercise to the animals
- Clean and sanitize kitchen after feedings
- Pick up after dogs
- Clean outside runs and pet hotel areas to provide the best environment for the dog guests
- Clean cattery including changing litter boxes, feedings, and water
- Do laundry as needed
- May be cross-trained in other departments
Benefits
- Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Weekly paychecks
- Training and growth potential
- 401k plus employer match
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Free Pet Boarding and Dog DayCamp
- Discounts on Training and Grooming
- Bring your pet to work with you!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
