Kennel Assistant

Holmes Veterinary Hospital; Laurens (SC); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

Competitive Compensation

Great Work Environment

Career Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

Holmes Veterinary Hospital in Laurens, SC is seeking a Kennel Assistant to provide daily care for the animals in our facility. You will feed, clean kennels, supervise play, and help maintain records of temperament and preferences.

The ideal candidate loves animals, follows safe handling procedures, and works well both independently and as part of a team. Prior experience is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Experience working with animals is preferred.
• Familiarity with animal handling procedures and best practices.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Meet the basic and higher needs for all animals under our care, including feeding
• Play or walk the animals, as needed
• Clean kennels and work areas daily
• Wash bedding and toys
• Greet and assist customers or adopters
• Maintain excellent records of all animals

Skills

Experience working with animals

Animal handling procedures

Strong organizational skills

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Benefits/Perks

• Competitive Compensation
• Great Work Environment
• Career Advancement Opportunities

Job Summary

We are seeking a Kennel Assistant to join our team! As a Kennel Assistant, you will be providing daily care for the animals we are responsible for, ensuring all of their needs are met. That can include feeding them, cleaning their kennels and play spaces, engaging them in play, walking them, and more. You will also be responsible for creating and maintaining excellent records of the animals and their care, including temperament and preferences. The ideal candidate loves animals, has basic knowledge of good animal handling procedures, and works well independently and within a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Meet the basic and higher needs for all animals under our care, including feeding
• Play or walk the animals, as needed
• Clean kennels and work areas daily
• Wash bedding and toys
• Greet and assist customers or adopters
• Maintain excellent records of all animals

Qualifications

• Experience working with animals desired
• Familiarity with animal handing procedures and best practices
• Strong organizational skills