Kennel Technician job
Saint Augustine, FL - USA
Job Summary
Join Our Team as a Kennel Technician!
Are you a compassionate and dependable animal lover looking for a rewarding opportunity in veterinary care Were excited to invite you to become a part of our dedicated and passionate team! At Bartram Trail Veterinary Hospital were committed to providing high-quality compassionate care in a clean safe and modern environmentand were looking for someone like you to help us make a difference in the lives of pets and their families.
If you thrive in a fast-paced environment can work both independently and collaboratively and want to be an integral part of a veterinary team that truly values every patient wed love to hear from you.
About the Role:
Our kennel technicians care for boarding dogs and cats ensuring their comfort safety and well-being throughout their stay. Compassion for animals and their owners is a must as is a strong work ethic and positive attitude.
Key Responsibilities:
- Build and maintain positive professional relationships with clients and team members.
- Arrive on time and reliably for scheduled shifts.
- Feed exercise and provide enrichment for boarded animals.
- Clean and sanitize dog runs and cat condos.
- Check pets in and out of boarding engaging positively with their owners.
- Administer medications to boarded animals as directed.
- Perform laundry duties (lots of towels and blankets!).
- Bathe dogs and perform basic grooming tasks such as brush-outs and toenail trims.
- Conduct daily cleaning and light maintenance in the boarding area and throughout the hospital.
Please note: You should expect to spend the majority of your time in the boarding area.
Schedule & Benefits:
Part-Time Positions:
- Typically 23 weekdays per week with alternating Saturdays and weekend comeback hours.
- Eligible for benefits after a 90-day probationary period including:
- Pet care discounts.
- Uniform allowance.
- 401K with 4% employer matching
- Part-time is defined as a regular schedule of 63 hours or less per bi-weekly pay period.
To Expedite the Interview Process:
Please complete our official online website application at
You may attach a cover letter along with your resume and/or CV. If you encounter any issues with the application form feel free to email us at or call/text us at .
To stand out include the word supercalifragilisticexpialidocious in your message!
If you have animal handling experience that isnt reflected in your work history please include an explanation in a cover letter - wed love to know more.
We look forward to meeting you and welcoming you aboard as a vital member of our veterinary care team!
Required Experience:
IC