Kennel Assistant - Kahului, HI

At-Home-Animal-Hospital; Kahului (HI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition support

Referral bonuses

Health insurance

Paid time off

Holidays

Employee discounts

Uniform allowance

Job summary

At Home Animal Hospital in Kahului, Maui, seeks a compassionate Kennel Assistant to join our full-time seasonal team. You’ll care for boarding and hospitalized pets, keep kennels clean, assist with bathing, and support veterinarians and staff in a fast-paced, pet-loving environment.

We offer competitive pay based on experience, 401(k) matching, tuition support, referral bonuses, comprehensive medical plans, paid time off, holidays, and employee discounts on services and products.

Qualifications

• Genuine love of animals and commitment to compassionate care.
• Comfort handling dogs and cats of varying sizes and temperaments.
• Strong attention to detail and reliability.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Availability to work one weekend shift per week.
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Previous animal care experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily care for boarding and hospitalized pets, including feeding, walking, exercise, and monitoring.
• Watch for changes in appetite, behavior, or health and report concerns to the medical team.
• Clean and disinfect kennels, cages, runs, and treatment areas.
• Launder bedding, towels, and hospital laundry.
• Assist with bathing and basic grooming services as needed.
• Keep the hospital, boarding facility, and outdoor areas clean and well maintained.
• Stock supplies and help keep inventory organized.
• Deliver friendly, excellent customer service to pet owners.
• Support veterinarians, technicians, and reception staff wherever you’re needed.

Skills

Love of animals

Dog & cat handling

Attention to detail

Team player

Lift 50 pounds

Weekend availability

Positive attitude

Animal care experience

Job description

Who we are

At Home Animal Hospital is Hiring a Kennel Assistant!

Position Details

Role: Kennel Assistant

Status: Full-time Seasonal employee

Salary: Competitive wage based on experience

Schedule: 4 days per week, including one weekend shift a month

Benefits Highlights

Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses

Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee pet discounts

Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, professional development opportunities, continuing education allowance, and uniform allowance

Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays, an Employee Assistance Program, and an employee discount program

Love animals, enjoy staying on the move, and take pride in a job well done? Looking for a place on Maui where your care for pets makes a real difference every single day?

At Home Animal Hospital is a full-service veterinary hospital in Kahului, dedicated to providing exceptional medical care and compassionate service to pets and their families throughout Maui. We’re looking for a compassionate, dependable, and hardworking Kennel Assistant to join our team.

As our Kennel Assistant, you’ll be the steady, caring presence our boarding and hospitalized patients count on. From walks and mealtimes to fresh bedding and spotless kennels, you’ll help keep our hospital a clean, safe, and comfortable place for pets and people alike.

No previous animal care experience? That’s okay. If you bring a genuine love of animals and a strong work ethic, we’ll help you build the rest.

Why Our Kennel Attendants Love It Here

• Work hands-on with animals every day in an active role that keeps you moving
• Join a supportive team of veterinarians, technicians, and reception staff who work together to care for every patient
• Enjoy a predictable full-time schedule with just one weekend shift per week
• Build career growth opportunities within the veterinary field, with continuing education to help you get there
• Serve pets and families across Maui at a full-service hospital that puts compassionate care first

What Our Kennel Attendants Do

• Provide daily care for boarding and hospitalized pets, including feeding, walking, exercise, and monitoring
• Watch for changes in appetite, behavior, or health and report concerns to the medical team
• Clean and disinfect kennels, cages, runs, and treatment areas
• Launder bedding, towels, and hospital laundry
• Assist with bathing and basic grooming services as needed
• Keep the hospital, boarding facility, and outdoor areas clean and well maintained
• Stock supplies and help keep inventory organized
• Deliver friendly, excellent customer service to pet owners
• Support veterinarians, technicians, and reception staff wherever you’re needed

Responsibilities may vary based on hospital needs as well as your experience, training, certifications, credentials, and assigned responsibilities.

What You’ll Bring

• A genuine love of animals and a commitment to compassionate care
• Comfort handling dogs and cats of varying sizes and temperaments
• Strong attention to detail and reliability
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team
• The ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Availability to work one weekend shift per week
• A positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Previous animal care experience is preferred but not required

Benefits You Can’t Beat

Financial Benefits

• A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
• 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
• 529 Savings Plan
• Tuition Support Program
• Referral bonus program

Wellness Benefits

• Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
• Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
• Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free or discounted lab work for all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Pet food discount program

Workplace Benefits

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance

Lifestyle Benefits

• Six paid holidays (full-time only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values of At Home Animal Hospital and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That’s why we’re committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.