Kennel Technician

Bartram Trail Veterinary Hospital; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pet care discounts

Uniform allowance

Paid holidays

Health insurance (employer)

Job summary

Bartram Trail Veterinary Hospital is seeking a kennel technician to care for boarding dogs and cats, ensuring their comfort, safety, and well-being while they stay. The role requires compassion, a strong work ethic, punctuality, and the ability to work both independently and with a team; duties include feeding, exercising, grooming basics, cleaning, and monitoring pets.

We offer part-time and full-time schedules with benefits after a 90-day probation, including health coverage, pet care

Qualifications

• Compassionate and dependable attitude toward animals and owners.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to work in a boarding area with animals.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain positive relationships with clients and team.
• Arrive on time and reliably for scheduled shifts.
• Feed, exercise, and provide enrichment for boarded animals.
• Clean and sanitize dog runs and cat condos.
• Check pets in and out of boarding and engage with owners.
• Administer medications to boarded animals as directed.
• Perform laundry duties and maintain cleanliness in boarding areas.
• Batdog grooming tasks such as brushing and nail trims.
• Conduct daily cleaning and light maintenance in the boarding area and hospital.

Skills

Compassionate

Dependable

Team player

Punctual

Job description

Join Our Team as a Kennel Technician!

Are you a compassionate and dependable animal lover looking for a rewarding opportunity in veterinary care? We're excited to invite you to become a part of our dedicated and passionate team! At Bartram Trail Veterinary Hospital, We're committed to providing high-quality, compassionate care in a clean, safe, and modern environment—and we're looking for someone like you to help us make a difference in the lives of pets and their families.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, can work both independently and collaboratively, and want to be an integral part of a veterinary team that truly values every patient, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Role:

Our kennel technicians care for boarding dogs and cats, ensuring their comfort, safety, and well-being throughout their stay. Compassion for animals and their owners is a must, as is a strong work ethic and positive attitude.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain positive, professional relationships with clients and team members.
• Arrive on time and reliably for scheduled shifts.
• Feed, exercise, and provide enrichment for boarded animals.
• Clean and sanitize dog runs and cat condos.
• Check pets in and out of boarding, engaging positively with their owners.
• Administer medications to boarded animals as directed.
• Perform laundry duties (lots of towels and blankets!).
• Bathe dogs and perform basic grooming tasks such as brush-outs and toenail trims.
• Conduct daily cleaning and light maintenance in the boarding area and throughout the hospital.

Please note: You should expect to spend the majority of your time in the boarding area.

Schedule & Benefits:

Part-Time Positions:

• Typically 2-3 weekdays per week, with alternating Saturdays and weekend comeback hours.
• Eligible for benefits after a 90-day probationary period, including:
  • Pet care discounts.
  • Uniform allowance.
• Part-time is defined as a regular schedule of 63 hours or less per bi-weekly pay period.

Full-Time Positions:

• Typically 4 weekdays per week, with alternating Saturdays and weekend comeback hours.
• Eligible for benefits after a 90-day probationary period, including:
  • Paid designated holidays.
  • 75% employer-paid health insurance.
  • Pet care discounts.
  • Uniform allowance.
• Paid time off begins after 1 year of employment.
• Continuing education is encouraged and supported.
• Full-time is defined as a regular schedule of 64 hours or more per bi-weekly pay period.

If you have animal handling experience that isn't reflected in your work history, please include an explanation—we'd love to know more.

We look forward to meeting you and welcoming you aboard as a vital member of our veterinary care team!