Kennel Tech

Baytown Veterinary Management Inc; Baytown (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

paid holidays

medical/dental/vision

401k (after 1 year)

uniform allowance

employee pet benefits

Job summary

Baytown Animal Hospital in Baytown, TX is seeking a dependable Kennel Technician to join our team. This non-medical role focuses on daily animal care and maintaining a clean, safe environment while supporting the medical staff.

The position offers a pathway to advance into a Veterinary Assistant role for the right candidate and includes benefits such as PTO, holidays, medical/dental/vision, and a 401k after one year.

Qualifications

• Experience working with animals preferred but not required.
• Strong work ethic and reliability.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable handling animals of all sizes.
• Team-oriented with a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Feed and provide fresh water to all animals.
• Walk dogs regularly throughout the day.
• Monitor appetite, urination, defecation, and behavior.
• Report any abnormalities to medical staff immediately.
• Provide comfort and attention to animals.
• Bathe pets as directed.
• Clean kennels, cages, runs, and hospital areas.
• Dispose of waste and maintain cleanliness throughout the hospital.
• Restock treatment and exam areas.
• Maintain indoor and outdoor facility cleanliness.
• Transport patients within the hospital.
• Assist with safe animal restraint when needed.

Skills

Animal care

Reliability

Teamwork

Fast-paced environment

Job description

Kennel Technician

Baytown Animal Hospital – Baytown, TX
Baytown Veterinary Management

Compensation: $12-$15/hour (based on experience)
Full-Time Benefits Include: PTO, paid holidays, medical/dental/vision, 401k (after 1 year), uniform allowance, employee pet benefits

Start Your Career Working with Animals

We are looking for a dependable and hardworking Kennel Technician to join our team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with animals, takes pride in cleanliness and organization, and wants to be part of a structured veterinary hospital.

Position Summary

The Kennel Technician is responsible for daily animal care, hospital cleanliness, and supporting the medical team. This is a non-medical role focused on maintaining a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for our patients.

Key Responsibilities

Animal Care

• Feed and provide fresh water to all animals

• Walk dogs regularly throughout the day

• Monitor appetite, urination, defecation, and behavior

• Report any abnormalities to medical staff immediately

• Provide comfort and attention to animals

• Bathe pets as directed

Facility Maintenance

• Clean kennels, cages, runs, and hospital areas

• Dispose of waste and maintain cleanliness throughout the hospital

• Restock treatment and exam areas

• Maintain indoor and outdoor facility cleanliness

Support

• Transport patients within the hospital

• Assist with safe animal restraint when needed

Scope of Role

• No medical procedures or treatments

• No client communication regarding medical care

• No medication handling or administration

• No diagnostics or sample collection

What We’re Looking For

• Experience working with animals preferred but not required

• Strong work ethic and reliability

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

• Comfortable handling animals of all sizes

• Team-oriented with a positive attitude

About Us

Baytown Veterinary Management is building a high-performing, non-toxic team where accountability, teamwork, and professionalism matter. We provide structure, support, and opportunities for growth within the hospital.

This role offers a pathway to advance into a Veterinary Assistant position for the right candidate.