Kennel Tech

Workstream; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental & Vision

Paid Training

Employee Pet Care Discounts

Tips

Career growth opportunities within NVA

Job summary

Rover Oaks Pet Resort in Houston, TX, is seeking a full-time Kennel Technician (Pet Pro) to care for dogs and cats in a fast-paced, pet-focused environment. You’ll work in daycare and boarding, ensuring safety, comfort, and lots of affection for our furry guests.

Responsibilities include supervising playgroups, feeding and medicating when needed, cleaning and sanitizing rooms, monitoring health and behavior, and documenting care notes for leadership.

Qualifications

• Experience with dogs and cats.
• Able to stand, walk, bend and lift up to 60 lbs.
• Detail-oriented with good note-taking habits.

Responsibilities

• Walk dogs and supervise playgroups.
• Feed pets and administer medications as needed.
• Clean and sanitize pet rooms and common areas.
• Monitor pet health and behavior.
• Document care notes and communicate with leadership.
• Engage pets in enrichment activities.
• Scoop poop and manage general facility upkeep.

Skills

Dog handling

Patient

Documentation

Team player

Communication with clients

Job description

Kennel Technician (Pet Pro)

Join Our Pet-Loving Team

Do you love working with dogs and cats? Want to be part of a trusted team that makes pets feel safe, loved, and at home?

We’re looking for a Full-Time Kennel Technician (internally called a Pet Pro) to join our team and care for our furry guests at their home away from home.

Who We Are

NVA Pet Resorts is part of National Veterinary Associates (NVA) — the largest private owner of veterinary hospitals and pet resorts in North America, with 1,300+ locations. We’re proud to be in an $8B+ industry that continues to grow as pet parents seek premium, trusted care for their furry family members.

At NVA Pet Resorts, our mission is simple: create safe, fun, and loving environments for pets while providing experiences for our clients and team members.

What You’ll Do

As a Pet Pro, you’ll be hands‑on in both daycare and boarding, providing safe, loving care while keeping our resort clean and welcoming.

Your day may include:

• Walking dogs and supervising playgroups
• Feeding pets and administering medications
• Cleaning and sanitizing pet rooms and common areas
• Monitoring pet health, behavior, and interactions
• Documenting care notes and communicating with leadership
• Engaging pets in enrichment activities like fetch, walks, and basic obedience games
• Comforting shy guests and managing high‑energy groups
• Laundry and general facility upkeep
• And yes — you’ll scoop poop, clean messes, o home with fur on your clothes, and probably get plenty of sloppy kisses.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking someone who is:

• Passionate about dogs and cats
• Gentle, patient, and safety‑focused
• Comfortable supervising multiple dogs at once
• Able to recognize and prevent conflicts in playgroups
• Detail‑oriented with strong documentation habits
• Friendly and comfortable speaking with pet parents
• Reliable, punctual, and team‑oriented

You must be able to:

• Stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 60 lbs
• Work indoors and outdoors in various temperatures
• Handle large and small dogs confidently
• Work weekends and holidays
• Be comfortable around pet messes and cleaning products

Work Schedule

• Full‑Time
• Weekend availability required
• Monday–Friday shifts
• Holiday shifts required

Benefits & Perks

• Health, Dental & Vision
• Insurance for FT
• Paid Training
• Employee Pet Care Discounts
• Tips
• Career growth opportunities within NVA

Equal Opportunity Employer

NVA Pet Resorts is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace.

If you love animals, enjoy staying active, and want to work in a fast‑paced, pet‑focused environment — we’d love to meet you.

Rover Oaks Pet Resort is the ultimate getaway for pets, featuring award‑winning pet care facilities in Houston and Katy. Dogs and cats can enjoy a 5‑star experience with their every need carefully tended to by our highly trained, experienced team of pet lovers. For over 22 years we’ve been the standard of excellence for luxury pet lodging, doggie daycare, pet grooming & styling, and professional training. What sets Rover Oaks apart from the rest? Exceptional facilities, decades of experience, highly‑trained and passionate staff, security and safety protocols, and raving reviews - we’re proud of the stellar reputation and loyal client following we’ve built through years of award‑winning, compassionate pet care.