Doggy Daycare Attendant

Sydney's Pet Resort & Spa; Leawood (KS); On-site; USD 15,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental and vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Medical after 6 months

DigIn Shared Ownership Program

DayPlay discounts

Job summary

Sydney's Pet Resort & Digs Dog Care in Leawood, KS is seeking a Kennel Tech to care for dogs in daycare and boarding settings. You will handle dogs safely, monitor health, and provide a welcoming, hospitality-first experience.

The role includes cleaning, feeding, and potential grooming tasks after training sign-off. Benefits in the role include dental and vision, medical coverage after 6 months, a 401(k) with up to 4% company match, and the DigIn Shared Ownership Program.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with dog behaviors and body language.
• Ability to handle animals safely and confidently.
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal).
• Willingness to work flexible shifts, including holidays and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and well-being of all dogs using proper handling techniques.
• Monitor health and behavior; report concerns to supervisor.
• Deliver a hospitality-first experience for dogs and their owners.
• Keep play areas clean and restock supplies.
• Follow feeding, medication, and allergy protocols for each animal.
• Assist with lobby customer relations and onboarding of new clients.
• May assist with grooming tasks after training sign-off.
• Contribute to team culture and overall hospitality.

Skills

Dog body language

Animal handling

Communication

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Calm under pressure

Safety awareness

Flexible scheduling

Independent work

Job description

Kennel Techs are the quiet backbone of the Digs overnight experience - ensuring every boarding dog feels safe, comfortable, and cared for from check-in to check-out. This role requires a calm and attentive presence, a genuine love for animals, and a commitment to the cleanliness and hospitality standards that set Digs apart. Kennel Techs work closely with Pack Leaders and supervisors to make sure every pup's stay feels less like a kennel and more like a home away from home.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety and well-being of all daycare and boarding dogs by using proper handling techniques
• Monitor and proactively address dog health and behavior; report any concerns to your supervisor immediately - zero tolerance for non-approved handling methods
• Deliver a hospitality-first experience by engaging warmly with every dog and making each visit feel welcoming and stress-free
• Keep play areas clean, including clean-up of bodily functions and proper use of cleaning chemicals
• Follow all feeding, medication, and allergy protocols for every animal in care
• Sanitize bedding, dishes, toys, and accessories; restock supplies as needed
• Assist with lobby customer relations, ensuring pet parents feel informed and at ease
• May assist with grooming tasks (bathing, brushing, drying) upon completing the required training sign-off
• Pitch in on additional tasks that contribute to the overall culture, pet well-being, and hospitality experience at Digs
• Work respectfully with teammates and maintain a positive, professional attitude at all times

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic dog behaviors and body language
• Familiarity with kennel operations and animal care
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• Ability to handle animals safely and confidently, including large/giant breed dogs
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to follow directions closely (written and verbal)
• Strong ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to remain calm and level-headed with a pleasant demeanor
• Physically able to lift up to 40 lbs., bend, and stand or walk for long periods
• Comfortable working indoors and outdoors with dogs of all sizes and temperaments
• Available for flexible scheduling, including holidays and weekends

Growth Path

• Demonstrates readiness for Pack Leader 2 by consistently and reliably meeting all job duties.
• Set an example for attendance standards by consistently and reliably showing up to work on time and ready to go.
• Demonstrates an exceptional attention to detail and can communicate effectively with peers and supervisors.
• Expresses interest in taking on new responsibilities and takes the initiative to learn new skills.
• Upholds Dig’s Code of Conduct and positively contributes to team culture and teamwork.

What We Offer

At Digs, we take care of our pack. Dental and vision benefits kick in shortly after your start date, and at 90 days, you're eligible for a 401(k) with up to 4% company match. At 6 months, medical benefits become available to full-time teammates, and after one year, you can join our DigIn Shared Ownership Program - because we believe the people who build Digs should share in its success. Many locations also offer teammates discounted DayPlay as a little extra perk.

About Sydney's Pet Resort & Digs Dog Care

Sydney is part of Digs Dog Care, a network of premium dog care locations offering DayPlay, Overnight Stays, Grooming, and Training across multiple locations nationwide. We're built on a simple belief: every pup deserves to feel safe, loved, and at home - and every team member plays a real role in making that happen. Our shared ownership program means employees don't just work here, they have a stake in it.

The pay range for this role is:

11 - 12 USD per hour (Sydney's - Leawood)