Kennel Assistant

The Pet Brigade; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pet Brigade in Tacoma, WA is seeking a Kennel Assistant to provide daily care for the animals, including feeding, cleaning kennels, supervising play, walking, and maintaining accurate 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, with reliability and a cooperative attitude valued in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Animal care

Record keeping

Communication

Team player

Job description

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
• Maintain excellent records of all animals

Qualifications

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