Kennel Technician - Hadley, MA

Valley Veterinary Hospital is Hiring a Kennel Technician!

• Status: Part-time
• Salary: $16–$18 per hour
• Schedule: Varying shifts from 6:45-12:45/1:45 and 12:45/1:45-8:30. Monday through Sunday and including holidays

Haaaaaave you met Valley Inn for Pets! Let us introduce ourselves! We are a team-oriented, large boarding and daycare facility looking to add a kennel technician to our crew of passionate professionals. We believe in a 'better together' philosophy because we know we are at our best when we celebrate ourselves and each other. As a result, both staff and pets flourish!

We are looking for a full-time (32+ hours) kennel technician. Weekends and holidays are a must but are on a rotating schedule. You are responsible for both daycare and boarding cats and dogs. Care includes feeding, refreshing rooms, medicating pets, supervising during playgroups, etc.

All of our team members should be ready to:

• Possess the confidence to own tasks and responsibilities to deliver positive outcomes.
• Be positive! Because with the right cattitude, anything is pawsible.
• Be empathetic to our clients, coworkers, and yourself.
• A flexible approach to compensation that will reflect your skillset and future performance.
• 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan.
• 529 Savings Plan.
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off.
• Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets.
• Pet discounts on services and products.
• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program.
• Continuing education allowance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee discount program.

Join Our Team!

Think you're the kennel tech we’re looking for? We can’t wait to welcome you to the team! Apply today!

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at Valley Veterinary Hospital and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That’s why we’re committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.

Prioritize your work-life balance and enjoy a fulfilling time away from work with our generous offerings.

Unleash your potential and foster professional growth through our comprehensive education and training programs.

• Vetcor University - training for skill development and career growth
• CE Allowance and opportunities
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Lend a Hand Program – increased pay to help a sister hospital
• Vet Life Days – rotate to a sister hospital

Take care of your well‑being with our comprehensive health and wellness benefits.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Optional Life Insurance, Disability, and Accidental Insurance
• EAP with counseling and mental health benefits
• DVM Professional Liability Insurance fully covered
• Licensure Fees, Professional & Association Dues

Secure your financial future with our range of offerings designed to promote your financial well‑being.

• 401K with company contribution
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• EAP with Financial & Legal Advice/Services
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Bonus

Prioritize your work-life balance and enjoy a fulfilling time away from work with our generous offerings.

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays