Animal Care Veterinary Hospital

Animalcarevethospital

West Haven (UT)

On-site

USD 20,664 - 27,552

Part time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition support

Comprehensive medical coverage

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Job summary

Animalcarevethospital in West Haven, Utah is hiring a part-time Kennel Technician to provide essential care and support for boarding and hospitalized pets. Responsibilities include cleaning, feeding, and monitoring animal health. The ideal candidate should have prior animal care experience and the ability to lift 40 lbs. The role offers competitive pay and numerous benefits such as 401(k) matching, educational support, and a team-focused environment.

Qualifications

Previous animal care experience preferred, such as kennel, shelter, or vet clinic.
Comfort working with animals of all sizes and temperaments.
Strong work ethic, reliability, and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

Provide daily care for boarding and hospitalized pets.
Clean and disinfect kennels and clinic areas.
Monitor animal behavior and health.

Skills

Animal Care Experience

Ability to Lift 40 lbs

Attention to Detail

Team-oriented Attitude

Job description

Animal Care West is Hiring a Kennel Tech!

Status: Part-time
Salary: Negotiable and based on experience
Schedule: 25-30 hours a week. Weekends A.M or PM, Monday AM shift, Tuesday AM shift, Wednesday AM shift, Friday AM shift

Benefits Highlights

Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses
Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options, up to three weeks of paid parental leave, generous PTO, and employee discounts
Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, and uniform allowance
Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays, and an Employee Assistance Program

About Us

Animal Care West is a fast-paced, compassionate veterinary clinic dedicated to providing high-quality care to our patients and exceptional service to our clients. If you consider pet hair a fashion accessory and always have treats on hand “just in case,” you’ll fit right in! As a Kennel Technician, you’ll play a vital role in the daily care and comfort of our boarding and hospitalized pets while working alongside a supportive, team-oriented staff.

Why Our Kennel Technicians Love Animal Care West

Hands-on work with animals every day
Supportive, team-focused environment
Opportunities to learn and grow in the veterinary field
On-the-job training and skill development
Meaningful work caring for pets
Consistent schedule with a reliable team

What You’ll Do

Provide daily care for boarding and hospitalized pets (feeding, walking, cleaning)
Clean and disinfect kennels, cages, and clinic areas
Monitor animal behavior and health, reporting concerns to medical staff
Assist with check-in and check-out of boarding patients
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe environment
Support general clinic upkeep, including laundry and dishes

What Our Kennel Technicians Bring

Previous animal care experience preferred (kennel, shelter, vet clinic, or pet care)
Comfort working with animals of all sizes and temperaments
Ability to lift 40+ lbs and stay active throughout the day
Strong work ethic, reliability, and attention to detail
Positive, team-oriented attitude
Availability for weekends and holidays

The Extras You’ll Actually Feel

A flexible approach to compensation that will reflect your skillset and future performance
401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
529 Savings Plan
Tuition Support Program (full-time only)
Health Insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.
Sick Time / Paid Time Off
Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
Pet discounts on services and products
Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus ProgramContinuing education allowance
Six paid holidays (full-time only)
Employee Assistance Program
Employee discount program

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at Animal Care West 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.

Training & Development

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