Kennel Tech

No Leash Needed; Kirkwood (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

Paid Training

Employee Pet Care Discounts

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Workstream is looking for a passionate Full-Time Kennel Technician (Pet Pro) to care for pets at our facility in Kirkwood, Missouri. As a Pet Pro, you will ensure pets receive loving care while engaging them in activities and maintaining a clean environment.

Your responsibilities include walking dogs, supervising playgroups, administering medications, and maintaining pet health documentation. We offer health, dental, and vision benefits along with career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Ability to handle multiple dogs in a playgroup setting.
• Comfortable with pet messes and cleaning products.
• Strong documentation habits.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, loving care to dogs and cats.
• Supervise playgroups and monitor pet behavior.
• Engage pets in enrichment activities.

Skills

Passionate about dogs and cats

Detail-oriented

Reliable and punctual

Friendly communication

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.

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, keep your clothes fur coated, and probably get plenty of sloppy kisses.

What We’re Looking For

• 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

Additional Requirements

• 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.