Kennel Technician

Chathams Small Animal Hospital; New York (NY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Performance bonuses

401(k) matching

Student loan assistance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Chatham Small Animal Hospital is seeking a dependable Kennel Attendant to keep our hospital clean, organized, and sanitary for patients and clients. You will disinfect kennels, beds, and treatment areas, manage waste, and assist the veterinary team with daily care.

This full-time role starts at $16.50 per hour and requires flexibility for weekends/holidays. Join AmeriVet's team structure with competitive pay and comprehensive benefits described by the employer.

Qualifications

• Reliable and punctual, able to work well in a team.
• Comfortable around dogs and cats and around messes and odors.
• Able to stay on task and work independently.
• Strong attention to detail in cleaning and sanitation.
• Capable of physical work, standing, bending, lifting as needed.

Responsibilities

• Thoroughly cleaning and disinfecting kennels, runs, cages, treatment areas and other hospital spaces.
• Cleaning up urine, feces, hair, and other messes promptly and thoroughly.
• Washing and changing bedding, blankets, towels, and other linens.
• Emptying trash and maintaining clean waste areas.
• Sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and other general cleaning duties.
• Keeping floors, walls, doors, windows, and surfaces clean and presentable.
• Maintaining organized and sanitary animal housing areas.
• Feeding and providing fresh water to hospitalized and boarding animals as directed.
• Assisting with laundry and maintaining adequate supplies of clean bedding and towels.
• Restocking cleaning and animal care supplies.
• Following all hospital cleaning, sanitation, and safety protocols.
• Assisting the veterinary team with other basic hospital and animal-care tasks as needed.

Skills

Dependable

Punctual

Team player

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Job description

Chatham Small Animal Hospital is looking for a dependable, hardworking Kennel Attendant to join our team. This position is ideal for someone who takes pride in keeping a veterinary hospital clean, organized, sanitary, and comfortable for our patients, clients, and team.

What You'll Do

Cleaning and maintaining the hospital is a primary responsibility of this position. You will help ensure our facility meets high standards of cleanliness and sanitation throughout the day.

Responsibilities include:

• Thoroughly cleaning and disinfecting kennels, runs, cages, treatment areas, and other hospital spaces
• Cleaning up urine, feces, hair, and other messes promptly and thoroughly
• Washing and changing bedding, blankets, towels, and other linens
• Emptying trash and maintaining clean waste areas
• Sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and other general cleaning duties
• Keeping floors, walls, doors, windows, and surfaces clean and presentable
• Maintaining organized and sanitary animal housing areas
• Feeding and providing fresh water to hospitalized and boarding animals as directed
• Assisting with laundry and maintaining adequate supplies of clean bedding and towels
• Restocking cleaning and animal care supplies
• Following all hospital cleaning, sanitation, and safety protocols
• Assisting the veterinary team with other basic hospital and animal-care tasks as needed

What We're Looking For

Someone who genuinely enjoys cleaning and takes pride in doing it well.

• Dependable, punctual, and willing to work as part of a team
• Comfortable working around dogs, cats, bodily fluids, odors, and messes
• Able to stay on task and work independently
• Strong attention to detail
• Able to move quickly while still maintaining high cleaning standards
• Comfortable with physical work, including standing for extended periods, bending, lifting, and cleaning
• Previous veterinary, kennel, animal care, or cleaning experience is a plus, but not required
• Must be willing to work some weekends and holidays as needed

Why Join Us?

You’ll be an important part of the hospital team and play a key role in keeping our patients safe, comfortable, and well cared for. If you’re someone who likes to stay busy, notices what needs to be cleaned without being asked, and takes pride in leaving a space better than you found it, we’d love to meet you.

$16.50 per hour

At AmeriVet, we’re committed to your growth, development, well‑being, and success. We empower team members with the resources, support, and opportunities needed to thrive in their careers and make a lasting impact in our communities.

Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:

• Tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing to help you achieve your unique goals.
• Competitive pay, performance bonuses, 401(k) matching, and student loan assistance to foster your financial well‑being.
• Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources to support your overall well‑being.
• Generous paid time off and holidays, because your personal time matters.
• A supportive, collaborative environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging.

Please note: Any Benefits listed above apply to full-time employees.

At AmeriVet, your unique skills and passion are celebrated, and every team member has the tools to thrive. Our people‑focused approach is centered on helping you grow in your career while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve. At AmeriVet we believe thriving teams build thriving communities. You will have the tools, resources and opportunities to grow your career – no matter where you start.