Pet Hotel - Kennel Attendant Bather Receptionist Driver

overview

please no phone calls. We are a large, well-established dog and cat hotel since 1983, looking for pet-loving individuals to join our team. The successful candidate will share our commitment to providing the highest quality care to our overnight pets & doggie daycare guests, including bathing and relocations. All potential candidates must be comfortable working with dogs & cats of all sizes and breeds, be flexible with their schedule, and be able to work weekends and holidays.

Flexibility is required— including evenings, weekends and holidays. We are available to our clients 24/7, 365 days a year.

job duties include but are not limited to: feeding strict diets to dogs and cats, washing bedding and other laundry, washing dishes, walking dogs and safely monitoring playgroups, closely monitoring each animal s eating, potty and behavior habits, cleaning and sanitation of facility, exercising dogs of all sizes and breeds. Cattery attendants: clean cat condos, washing bedding and dishes, including litter boxes.

Provide assigned activities for cats, or rabbits. Monitor health of pets in cattery.

the groomer is responsible for brushing and bathing pets (cats and dogs). Bathers must ensure that each pet leaves the grooming room clean, free of mats. Bathers are not required to provide haircuts. We provide exit baths for boarding, daycare, and some walk-in baths.

• maintenance of grooming equipment
• housekeeping and maintenance of kennel
• ability to assist in other areas of the kennel
• ability to maintain logs

customer service positions include checking in and out clients, updating records, emailing clients, and answering phone calls. Must have proficient computer skills, be able to multitask, and have some prior customer service skills. Able to help in other areas of the kennel.

• driving company vehicle to transport pet to and from airport

drivers assist with relocation services, picking up and dropping pets off at cargo facilities for flights, or from clients. Must be able to handle dogs and cats safely. Drivers assist with animal care at the kennel. Must have a clean driving record, no points.

cross training in other areas of the kennel is a plus.

* experience requirement — only apply if you have had previous working experience (minimum of 6 months) with either a veterinary clinic, animal boarding facility, or animal shelter. Applications without previous experience will not be considered.

every potential candidate must possess the following qualifications:

• excellent communication and client service skills (in person, via phone and written)
• sound decision making skills and the ability to multi-task
• properly handle pets to ensure pets  safety and handlers  safety
• enjoy keeping pets and kennels clean
• ability to work independently and be a team player
• be extremely dependable & on time
• well groomed, organized and detail oriented
• ability to bend, stoop and stand for long periods; lift at least 50 lbs
• ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment

must be comfortable working with dogs & cats.

dependable attendance is required. Must be able to lift 50 pounds. Must be able to work holidays & weekends. This position requires the ability to walk, bend, stand and reach constantly during a minimum 10 hour day. Ability to maintain accurate records, prioritize tasks and understand written directions. Ability to speak and hear sufficiently to understand and communicate in person or over the telephone.

Cannot be allergic to dogs/cats/rabbits.

we have a very strict no drug policy.

high school diploma or equivalent. At least 6 months work experience — hands-on with animals.

benefits offered for full-time employees: health insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), paid sick leave and vacation time.

starting at $18 per hour +