Kennel Technician

46712 Chathams Veterinary Clinic; Town of Chatham (NY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Chatham Small Animal Hospital is seeking a dependable Kennel Attendant to keep the veterinary hospital clean, organized, sanitary, and comfortable for patients, clients, and the team. This role includes cleaning and disinfecting kennels, treating areas, washing bedding, restocking supplies, feeding and providing water to hospitalized and boarding animals, and following all safety protocols.

Weekend and holiday shifts may be required. $16.50 per hour.

Qualifications

• Experience in veterinary or animal care is a plus, but not required.
• Willing to work some weekends and holidays.
• Able to stand for long periods and perform physical tasks.
• Strong attention to detail and cleanliness.
• Capable of working both independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Clean and disinfect kennels, runs, cages, and treatment areas.
• Clean up urine, feces, hair, and other messes promptly.
• Wash and change bedding, blankets, towels, and linens.
• Empty trash and maintain clean waste areas.
• Restock cleaning and animal care supplies.
• Follow hospital cleaning, sanitation, and safety protocols.
• Assist veterinary team with basic tasks as needed.

Skills

Dependable

Punctual

Attention to detail

Team player

Comfortable around animals

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.

• 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.