Kennel Attendant

Barkz & Recreation; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay

Paid Sick Time

401K

Tips

Job summary

Barkz & Recreation in South San Francisco, CA is hiring an Animal Care Attendant. This entry-level role offers growth in a fast-paced pet-care environment. You will maintain the facility, assist customers, and help care for animals with attention to safety and cleanliness.

Starting pay is $18–$21 per hour with overtime after 8 hours. Both full-time and part-time positions are available; shifts run 7am–7pm with a 1-hour lunch and two 15-minute breaks.

Qualifications

• Entry-level; no experience required.
• Must maintain a clean facility at all times.
• Ability to write professional emails is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service to pet owners.
• Maintain cleanliness of facility and sanitize daily.
• Review vaccine records and monitor pets.
• Care for pets: feed, monitor, and sanitize bowls.
• Supervise pets in play areas and ensure safety.
• Communicate effectively with team members.
• Follow instructions and company protocols.

Skills

Customer service

Time management

Multitasking

Problem solving

Teamwork

janitorial skills

Animal behavior

Work under stress

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Join Our Pack! Animal Care Attendant – Barkz & Recreation!

Barkz & Rec is looking for a dedicated and reliable Animal Care Attendant to join our team! If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, and love to clean, this could be the perfect fit for you!

Position Overview:

• Experience is not required, this is an entry-level position with opportunities for advancement.
• This position requires maintaining a clean environment all day, every day.
• Starting pay: $18-$21 per hour with overtime pay after 8 hours per shift.
• Full-time and part-time positions available. (All shifts are from 7am-7pm. Part time is 2 days per week, full time 3-4 days ).
• All shifts are 12 hours shifts (11 paid hours).
• Shifts: 12-hour shifts from 7 AM – 7 PM, with a 1-hour lunch (12 PM – 1 PM) and two 15-minute breaks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide exceptional customer service to pet owners.
• Maintain cleanliness by sanitizing and cleaning the entire facility daily.
• Ensure attention to detail in all tasks.
• Write and respond to professional emails.
• Review vaccine records for pets.
• Work in a fast-paced environment.
• Sanitize all play yards and remove animal waste regularly.
• Clean and sanitize food and water bowls.
• Feed, monitor, and care for the pets in our facility.
• Administer medications and complete necessary documentation.
• Organize and relocate pets within designated areas as needed.
• Communicate effectively with team members throughout the day.
• Supervise pets in play areas to ensure their safety.
• Maintain a friendly, positive attitude with both pets and clients.

Job Requirements:

• Understanding we are cleaning most of the day.
• Strong customer service skills and professionalism.
• Ability to work with integrity and responsibility.
• Excellent time management and multitasking skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and initiative.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Janitorial skills to maintain a clean and sanitary environment.
• Ability to quickly learn animal behavior and body language.
• Comfortable handling high-stress situations.
• Comfortable in a loud environment.
• Basic computer skills and ability to write professional emails.

Physical & Special Requirements:

• Punctuality and reliability.
• Ability to work in various weather conditions (hot, cold, wet).
• Must be able to lift and carry 50+ lbs (e.g., dog food bags, trash bags).
• Tolerate loud environments.
• Work well under stress.
• Can multitask well.
• Comfortable working with animals of various temperaments and medical needs.
• Strength to handle and control large dogs who may be aggressive.
• Ability to maintain a safe and structured pack-play environment.
• Strong ability to follow instructions and protocols.

Benefits & Compensation:

• Overtime pay.
• Paid Sick Time.
• 401K.
• Tips.

If you’re passionate about animals and want to be part of a hardworking, and fun-loving team, we’d love to hear from you!