Kennel Tech Full or Part Time

Sunland Acres; United States; On-site; USD 16,531 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Flexible schedule

Free food & snacks

Free uniforms

Parental leave

Job summary

Sunland Acres is seeking a Kennel Technician to care for boarded dogs, ensuring safety, cleanliness, and positive environment at our full-service facility offering boarding, enrichment, training, and grooming.

You will work under the Shift Lead and General Manager to provide hands-on animal care, observe health and behavior, and support smooth daily operations for clients and pets alike.

Qualifications

• Prior experience with dogs preferred but not required.
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team.
• Willingness to work in a fast-paced, physically active environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily care for boarded dogs, including feeding, watering, cleaning, and monitoring health.
• Safely handle dogs of all sizes using humane handling techniques.
• Maintain clean kennels, play yards, and common areas.
• Assist with dog movement for playtime, enrichment, grooming, or training.
• Support front desk with check-in/check-out to ensure smooth client experiences.
• Observe and report changes in behavior or health to supervisor.

Skills

Dog handling

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Flexibility

Observation skills

Job description

Benefits

• Employee discounts
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development
• Flexible schedule
• Free food & snacks
• Free uniforms
• Parental leave

Position Overview

The Kennel Technician plays a vital role in the daily care, safety, and wellbeing of dogs within a full-service pet boarding facility offering boarding, enrichment services, dog training, and grooming. This position reports directly to the Shift Lead and General Manager and is responsible for providing hands-on animal care while supporting a clean, safe, and positive environment for both pets and clients.

Key Responsibilities – Animal Care & Daily Operations

• Provide daily care for boarded dogs, including feeding, watering, cleaning, and monitoring health and behavior
• Safely handle dogs of all sizes and temperaments using proper humane handling techniques
• Maintain clean and sanitary kennels, play yards, and common areas
• Assist with dog movement throughout the facility for playtime, enrichment, grooming, or training
• Assist the front desk team with dog check-in and check-out processes as needed to ensure smooth client experiences
• Observe and report any changes in behavior, health concerns, or incidents to the Shift Lead or General Manager
• Assist the Shift Lead or General Manager with additional tasks or operational needs as assigned
• Follow all standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safety protocols
• Execute all responsibilities in alignment with the company’s core values and mission Facility

Qualifications

• Prior experience working with dogs preferred but not required
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, physically active environment
• Flexible availability, including weekends and holidays

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift throughout the workday
• Ability to safely handle dogs of various sizes and strength levels
• Comfortable working in a kennel environment with noise, odors, and cleaning chemicals