Kennel Attendant

Cherokee Trail Veterinary Hospital, PA; Fitchburg (WI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Pet care discounts

Paid time off

Floating holidays

Parental leave

401(k) with match

Job summary

Waggin' Tails Doggie Dude Ranch & Pet Lodge in Wisconsin is hiring a Kennel Attendant to help create a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for dogs during their stay. You will supervise group play, help with meals, and keep accommodations tidy.

The role is full-time with 8-hour shifts, including day, evening, weekend, and holiday coverage, with rotating weekends. Compensation ranges from $16.00 to $17.00 per hour, with benefits like medical, dental, vision, life insurance, pet care

Qualifications

• A genuine love of animals.
• Comfortable working with dogs of all sizes and personalities.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and stay active throughout the workday.
• Reliable, team-oriented, and willing to help wherever needed.

Responsibilities

• Supervise group play and prepare meals for dogs.
• Keep accommodations spotless and comfortable.
• Provide a safe, clean and welcoming environment for pets during their stay.
• Support team members and assist where needed throughout the day.

Skills

Love of animals

Dog handling

Active workday

Team player

Job description

Overview

Every dog remembers the person who made them feel safe.

Some dogs race through the front door, ready for their next adventure. Others need a little extra reassurance when they're away from home. Either way, the experience they have depends on the people caring for them.

At Waggin' Tails Doggie Dude Ranch & Pet Lodge, our Kennel Attendants help create a safe, clean, and welcoming environment where pets can relax, play, and enjoy their stay. From supervising group play and preparing meals to keeping accommodations spotless and comfortable, you'll play an important role in every guest's experience.

If you love animals, enjoy staying active, and take pride in helping pets feel at home, we'd love to meet you.

What You'll Help Make Possible

• Dogs that feel comfortable, cared for, and excited to come back
• Safe and engaging playtime where pets can exercise, socialize, and have fun
• Daily routines that help pets stay happy and healthy during their stay
• Clean, comfortable accommodations that feel like a home away from home
• Peace of mind for owners who want to know their pets are in good hands
• A positive experience that keeps tails wagging from drop-off to pick-up

What We're Looking For

• A genuine love of animals
• Comfortable working with dogs of all sizes and personalities
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and stay active throughout the workday
• Reliable, team-oriented, and willing to help wherever needed

Preferred

• Previous experience in animal care, boarding, daycare, kennel, or veterinary settings
• Interest in building a career in animal care or veterinary medicine

Schedule

• Full-time
• 8-hour shifts
• Day, evening, weekend, and holiday shifts as needed
• Rotating weekends as part of the team schedule

Compensation

$16.00-$17.00 per hour, based on experience and role alignment.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Free virtual mental health services for your household (ages 13+)
• Pet care discounts
• Paid time off and floating holidays
• Parental leave and military leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Access to training and career development opportunities
• 401(k) with up to 5% company match

If you're ready to spend your days surrounded by wagging tails and a team that genuinely has your back, we'd love to meet you.

Check us out here: www.waggintailspetcare.com

Waggin' Tails Doggie Dude Ranch & Pet Lodge is proud to be partnered by Encore Vet Group- see what that means for you: www.encorevet.com

Encore Vet Group is a community of veterinary hospitals that share a passion for the profession and a strong commitment to those who provide veterinary care. We are dedicated to a great culture, strong leadership, and high-quality medicine. Veterinary practice success doesn't happen without these key ingredients.

Our hospitals maintain the culture and atmosphere of a private veterinary practice while gaining access to collective resources and veterinary business management expertise to help lead their teams forward and shape their future. Whether you're a veterinarian, technician, or support staff, our focus is to support you in doing what you love -caring for animals while advancing your career.

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