Kennel Attendant - Lead
Kennel Attendant - Lead
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CanyonVet Canyon Lake is hiring a Fulltime Lead Kennel Attendant/Technician.
As the Lead Kennel Technician you will oversee the daily operations of the kennel and ensure the highest standards of animal care cleanliness and customer service. You will lead a team of kennel technicians provide guidance and assist with the overall management of the facility while ensuring all tasks are completed efficiently and in compliance with hospital policies.
- Animal Care & Supervision: Supervise and assist in walking dogs feeding watering bathing (including nail trimming ear cleaning and expressing glands) and monitoring animal behavior.
- Team Leadership: Lead and mentor a team of kennel technicians ensuring all tasks are completed on time and to standard. Provide training guidance and performance feedback.
- Cleaning & Sanitation: Oversee the cleaning of kennels runs and facility areas ensuring all areas are sanitized regularly.
- Record Keeping: Ensure accurate documentation of animal care including feeding and other activities in veterinary software.
- Inventory & Housekeeping: Manage inventory and coordinate housekeeping duties throughout the facility.
- Safety & Compliance: Ensure adherence to OSHA safety regulations and hospital protocols promoting a safe and healthy work environment.
- Customer Service: Provide exceptional service to clients answering questions and maintaining a professional demeanor.
- Team Collaboration: Work closely with the veterinary team and hospital management to ensure smooth operations and quality care for all animals. Attend staff meetings and hospital functions.
- Physical Demands: Bending stooping walking lifting (up to 50 lbs) and animal restraint.
- Safety Awareness: Maintain alertness observe animals for signs of illness and adhere to safety procedures.
- Exposure: Noise from barking dogs and risk of bites or scratches while handling animals.
- Must have previous experience as a Kennel Technician and proven leadership experience.
- Strong communication writing and documentation skills.
- Ability to make sound decisions problem solve and prioritize tasks in a fastpaced environment.
- Compassionate professional and able to interact effectively with clients and team members.
- Must be available to work weekends on a rotating basis.
Employment Type
Full-Time
