Dog Daycare and Boarding Kennel Attendant

K9 Resorts Syosset; Syosset (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A premium dog care facility in Syosset is seeking a Pet Care Technician to ensure the well-being of dogs in daycare and boarding. Responsibilities include maintaining cleanliness, providing compassionate care, and effective communication with guests. Ideal candidates should love dogs and excel in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting. Certification is required, and some weekend and holiday hours are necessary.

Qualifications

• Must complete K9 Resorts Certification Program for a Pet Care Technician.
• Proficient written and spoken communication skills.
• Ability to lift 50lbs.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the health and well-being of dogs in Daycare and Boarding.
• Sanitation of all accommodations and outdoor areas.
• Fluent in Microsoft Office for resort tasks.

Skills

Customer service-oriented

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to multitask

Dog care knowledge

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Computer skills

Job description

K9 Resorts, the industry leader in luxury boarding and dog daycare is looking for a Pet Care Technician (Kennal Attendant/Playroom Attendant). This person should love dogs and upon successful completion of training, you can even bring your beloved to work with you for free! We are looking for employees that are interested in career progression as we build out this franchise into a multi-unit franchise across New York.

ABOUT YOU:

You love dogs.

You’re fast paced, self-driven with a strong sense of urgency.

You’re organized and detail oriented.

You thrive when you have multiple challenges on your plate.

You like to work with others and build a teamwork consensus

You’re lively, enthusiastic and a very strong communicator.

IF YOU ARE SEEING YOURSELF IN THESE WORDS, WE’D LOVE TO TALK TO YOU ABOUT OUR PET CARE TECHNICIAN ROLE.

Title: Pet Care Technician

Reports to: General Manager / Resort Owner

Pet Care Technicians are responsible for delivering on our core promises: cleanliness, and compassionate care. This position spends the most time directly in contact with our furry friends. Someone in this position not only must love dogs, they must also be willing to “get down and dirty”. Cleaning accommodations, giving dog baths, and managing doggie daycare are all part of the daily routine. You must excel at communication and observation skills, as well as possess a keen eye for detail. Some weekend and holiday hours are required.

Essential Job Functions:

Responsible for the health and well-being of dogs in Daycare and Boarding; A keen eye toward dog body language is a plus

Responsible for the sanitation of all accommodations and outdoor areas, bathing, and monitoring daycare

Performs body checks on to search for pre-existing conditions and/or injuries

Fluent in Microsoft Office and well-versed in computer usage

Willing/able to learn new computer programs easily

Very customer service-oriented

Able to use down time effectively

Works closely with owner in charge to handle resort tasks

Has the ability to perform the following tasks at the request of the General Manager/Owner: Run dogs from daycare or boarding to guests in the lobby; Personal playtimes for dogs; Takes dogs outside for elimination breaks

Qualifications:

Must complete K9 Resorts Certification Program for a Pet Care Technician

Customer service-oriented

Education and Experience:

High School diploma or equivalent

Previous experience is preferred but not required

Some weekend and holiday hours are required

Technical skills:

Computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Windows.

Proficient written and spoken communication skills.

Ability to lift 50lbs

Personal Characteristics:

Must be able to communicate with all types of people, remain calm, mediate, and problem solve.

Well-organized and efficient

Must be of moral and ethical character

High level of emotional intelligence

Ability to multitask

Strong ability to adapt to change and support company directives

A Can-Do - It is my job attitude

Outgoing, positive, enthusiastic personality

Must demonstrate a love for dogs