Animal Care Giver Kennel Assistant Pet Care Assistant

HIDDEN ACRES PET RESORT; Monticello (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant team at a pet resort dedicated to providing exceptional care for animals! As an Animal Care Giver, you will engage with dogs and other pets, ensuring they receive proper feeding, exercise, and socialization. This role is perfect for energetic individuals who love being outdoors and have a passion for animal welfare. Whether you're an experienced vet tech or new to animal care, there are opportunities for both full-time and part-time positions. Embrace a rewarding career in a supportive environment that values your commitment to animal happiness and health. Your journey in animal care starts here!

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Great Work Environment

Career Advancement Opportunities

Qualifications

• Comfortable working with animals of all sizes and types.
• Ability to work on your feet for long periods and exercise dogs.

Responsibilities

• Feed and care for animals, ensuring proper dietary guidelines.
• Clean and maintain pet enclosures for a healthy environment.
• Socialize and exercise animals to promote well-being.

Skills

Animal Care

Customer Service

Physical Stamina

Behavioral Adaptation

Education

Experience with Animals

Veterinary Technician Certification

Job description

Benefits/Perks

1. Competitive Compensation
2. Great Work Environment
3. Career Advancement Opportunities

Job Summary

We are seeking an Animal Care Giver to join our team! We are located NW of Monticello - conveniently right off I-94. Duties consist of walking, playing, feeding, cleaning and customer service. Must be active, energetic, outdoor-loving with a true passion and love for dogs, as well as possess the unique ability to read and adapt to each dog's behavior and personality. Experience preferred for more advanced positions (vet tech, kennel assistant/manager, humane society/rescue volunteer) but not necessary for entry level positions/dog walkers/assistants.

Some weekend and holiday hours will be required, as these are our busier times. Please send resume or job history and experience and let us know why you believe you would be a good fit for our position. Full-time and part-time positions are available.

Responsibilities

1. Follow guidelines to feed all types of animals, ensuring the proper dietary guidelines are followed.
2. Clean and maintain pet enclosures so that every animal under your care has a safe, healthy living environment.
3. Socialize and exercise animals under your care as needed.
4. Interact with the animals, providing a positive human experience.
5. Maintain proper records of all animals and care given throughout your shift.

Qualifications

1. Must be comfortable working with animals of all sizes and types.
2. Must be comfortable working on your feet for long periods of time and have the ability to walk and exercise energetic dogs.
3. Schedule flexibility to work some Holidays and Weekends.