Kennel Tech - Full-Time

No Leash Needed; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Training

Pet Care Discounts

Tips

Career growth

Job summary

NVA Pet Resorts in Lexington, KY is seeking a Full-Time Kennel Technician (Pet Pro) to care for dogs and cats in daycare and boarding environments. You will help keep rooms clean, monitor health and behavior, feed and medicate as needed, and provide enrichment to help pets feel safe and loved.

Responsibilities include supervising playgroups, documenting notes for leadership, handling pet messes, and providing friendly, professional service to pet parents.

Qualifications

• Compassion for animals and a calm demeanor under pressure.
• Strong attention to safety and hygiene practices.
• Ability to document observations clearly and accurately.

Responsibilities

• Walk dogs and supervise playgroups.
• Feed pets and administer medications as needed.
• Clean and sanitize pet rooms and common areas.
• Monitor pet health, behavior, and interactions; report changes.
• Document care notes and communicate with leadership.
• Engage pets with enrichment activities and basic training games.
• Assist with laundry and facility upkeep.
• Handle pet messes and maintain a positive, welcoming environment.

Skills

Love for animals

Patient and safety-minded

Team player

Good 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.

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.

\"Centered on family and hospitality, Uptown Hounds resort is an all-inclusive home away from home, including vibrant activity for dog-loving families!
The staff of Uptown Hounds is hand-selected to provide the highest level of service. From our founding, it is this promise to our customers that we seek to uphold through all of our actions: Pets and their people deserve a place to play and stay where hospitality and cutting‑edge quality are displayed throughout our resort, our staff, and our activities.\"