Animal Lover Job – Seasonal Pet Care Specialist / Kennel Tech Position (16/hr+tips - NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED)
About The Position
Tailchasers Barrington Pet Resort is hiring reliable, attentive, and motivated pet lovers for a SEASONAL position. No previous experience is required as training will be provided. The role involves caring for dogs and cats, including supervising dog playgroups, providing pet spa services, maintaining cleanliness of kennels and lodging areas, feeding pets, administering medications, and reinforcing basic dog training commands. The work environment includes both indoor and outdoor settings, requiring the ability to be on your feet for most of the shift.
Requirements
- US citizen or legally authorized to work in the US
- Able to pass a background check
- 16 years of age or older
- Friendly and professional with customers
- Dependable, teachable, and flexible
- Able to lift 50 pounds unassisted
- Able to stand for up to 6 hours at a time
- Basic computer/tablet skills
Responsibilities
- Supervise and manage dog playgroups
- Provide pet spa services (baths, nail trims/grinds, teeth brushing, ear cleaning)
- Keep kennels and pet lodging areas clean and sanitized
- Feed pets and administer medications as directed
- Help reinforce basic dog training commands (sit, stay, wait)
- Work indoors and outdoors in all weather, on your feet for most of your shift
Benefits
- $16/hour + tips
- On-the-job training – no experience needed
- Education in dog training and animal behavior
- Paid pet first aid certification
- Employee discounts on pet services and supplies
- Fun, supportive team and plenty of puppy kisses and purrs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
