Kennel Cleaner

Dog Tales Rescue and Sanctuary; King City; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision coverage

Dental coverage

Free staff meals

Paid vacation

Sick days

Employee events

GRSP

Job summary

Dog Tales Rescue & Sanctuary in King City, Ontario is seeking a dedicated Cleaner to maintain clean kennels and staff areas. You will work with Dog Handlers to keep animals safe, clean, and comfortable while they wait for forever homes.

The role requires 2+ years of cleaning experience, ability to lift heavy objects, and the ability to work independently or in a team. Shifts are 7am-4pm or 12pm-9pm, five days per week, on-site with competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional cleaning experience.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to work efficiently both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to lift heavy objects.

Responsibilities

• Efficiently cleaning dog kennel rooms multiple times daily.
• Ensuring all dogs have the appropriate bedding, toys, and clean water bowls.
• Handling laundry and providing fresh blankets and beds for the dogs.
• Sorting, washing, and organizing physical donations (e.g., dog beds, blankets, toys).
• Assisting other departments as needed.

Skills

Cleaning experience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Heavy lifting

Job description

Opportunity:

We’re looking for passionate and dedicated Cleaners to join our team. In this role, you will work alongside Dog Handlers to ensure the cleanliness and hygiene of dog kennels and staff common areas. As part of our team, you’ll play an essential role in keeping our animals happy, comfortable, and healthy while they wait for their forever homes. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and on their feet all day.

About Dog Tales Rescue & Sanctuary:

Dog Tales is a world-renowned dog rescue and horse sanctuary set on an incredible 50 acres of green fields, rolling hills, and wooded areas in King City, Ontario. Our picturesque location – complete with walking trails, therapy pools, and a grooming spa – is the perfect setting for abused and neglected animals to heal and be rehabilitated while they wait for forever homes. Along with medical care, our team provides all of the love, attention, and training that our rescue animals need to recover from their difficult pasts, so that they can move on to permanent, loving homes, which most do. For the rest, Dog Tales is home for as long as they need it to be.

If you would like to be part of an energetic and compassionate team, where you can make an impact and difference in the lives of countless animals, join us!

The Role:

• Efficiently cleaning dog kennel rooms multiple times daily.
• Ensuring all dogs have the appropriate bedding, toys, and clean water bowls.
• Handling laundry and providing fresh blankets and beds for the dogs.
• Sorting, washing, and organizing physical donations (e.g., dog beds, blankets, toys).
• Assisting other departments as needed.

What You Bring:

• 2+ years of professional cleaning experience.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to work efficiently both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to lift heavy objects.

What We Offer:

We believe in supporting our team with great perks that make work enjoyable and life easier:

• Competitive Salary and Benefits: We offer a competitive salary along with a solid benefits package, including health, vision, and dental coverage to keep you covered.
• Extended Healthcare: In addition to regular health benefits, we provide extra support for your well-being, including mental health resources.
• Free Staff Meals: Enjoy free daily meals while at work, making your day a little more convenient and enjoyable.
• Paid Vacation and Sick Days: Take time to relax or recover with paid vacation and sick days, because work-life balance is important.
• Employee Appreciation Events: We host regular events to celebrate our team and build a positive, fun work environment.
• GRSP: Contribute to a Group Registered Savings Plan to secure your future.

Compensation: $42,000 per year

Schedule:

All animals require care year-round, including weekends and evenings. Our team members work varied shifts 5 days per week (7am-4pm or 12pm-9pm) from Monday-Sunday, including holidays.

Dog Tales Rescue & Sanctuary is committed to creating a respectful, accessible, and inclusive work environment. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

If you require accommodations during the recruitment or interview process, please contact us at [e-mail].

Please note, this position is on-site. Additionally, reliable access to a car is necessary as there is no public transit near our facility.

We thank all applicants in advance, and only those selected for an interview will be contacted.