Kennel Assistant

SUITE DOG DAZE LLC; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Employee discounts

Paid time off

Competitive compensation

Great work environment

Career advancement

Job summary

SUITE DOG DAZE LLC in Salem, Oregon is seeking a Kennel Assistant to provide daily care for the animals in our care. You will feed, clean kennels and play spaces, supervise play areas, walk dogs, and maintain accurate records of temperament and preferences.

The ideal candidate has worked with animals in a professional setting, understands safe handling procedures, and works well both independently and as part of a team in a busy pet-care environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working in the pet industry is required.
• Familiarity with animal handling procedures and best practices.
• Strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Pet industry experience

Animal handling procedures

Strong organizational skills

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discounts
• 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 has worked in animals in a professional setting, has 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
• Manage Daycare Play Groups
• 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 in the pet industry is required
• Familiarity with animal handing procedures and best practices
• Strong organizational skills