Kennel Technician

Allied Universal; Winchester (AR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Paid time off accrual

Employee Assistance Program

Employee discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal® Enhanced Protection Services is seeking a Kennel Technician to maintain canine kennels, manage meals, and support training operations in the Northern Virginia region.

Responsibilities include feeding, walking, administering medications, and cleaning kennels, with a focus on safety, reliability, and teamwork. This part-time role requires a high school diploma, US citizenship, a valid driver's license, and weekend/holiday availability.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Be a U.S. Citizen.
• Possess, or be able to obtain, a MRPT level clearance.
• Valid driver’s license.
• No prior work experience required.
• Knowledge of traffic and safety regulations related to motor vehicle operation.
• Ability to read installation maps to determine the shortest and safest route.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while handling multiple tasks.
• Availability on weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Manage the logistical support for transporting personnel and canines to and from a pre-determined location.
• Drive and transport personnel including canines in and around the Northern Virginia region.
• Provide Log Reports.
• Provide Incident Reports.
• Assign with minor maintenance, cleaning, and inventory.
• Feed, walk, exercise, and bathe canines as needed in our care.
• Administer medications as indicated by veterinarian personnel.
• Bring canines to and from the kennel during training.
• Clean up after canines inside and outside the facility and kennels.
• Maintain the training and kennel facility by sweeping, mopping, wiping, trash, bathrooms, and equipment checks.
• Assist other staff with tasks such as prepping training floors or dog food.

Skills

U.S. Citizen

Valid driver's license

MRPT clearance

Fast-paced environment

Multi-tasking

Weekend/holiday availability

Read installation maps

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Company Overview:

Advance your career in security with Allied Universal® Enhanced Protection Services, the global leader in security and threat mitigation. Following the acquisition of MSA Security® in 2021, we became the world’s largest non-governmental canine detection company. Specializing in canine explosives and firearm detection, we offer exciting career opportunities for those passionate about canine security. Join our innovative team committed to excellence in the security industry and make a meaningful impact. Explore key roles such as canine officers, handlers, trainers, veterinary technicians, and kennel managers.

Job Description

Our canine group, under Allied Universal® Enhanced Protection Services, is hiring a Kennel Technician. The Kennel Technician is responsible for maintaining canine kennels and food preparation areas personnel and a wide variety of other duties as directed.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage the logistical support for transporting personnel and canines to and from a pre-determined location\
• Drive and transport personnel including canines in and around Northern Virginia region
• Provide Log Reports
• Provide Incident Reports
• Assign with minor maintenance, cleaning, and inventory
• Feed, walk, exercise, and bath canines as needed in our care
• Administer medications as indicated by veterinarian personnel
• Bring canines to and from the kennel during before, during and after training
• Clean up after canines both inside the facility and outside, and clean canine kennels
• Maintain the training and kennel facility as a whole by performing tasks including, but not limited to, sweeping/mopping floors, wiping counters, taking out trash, cleaning bathrooms, and checking equipment and supplies
• Assist other staff members on occasion with such tasks as prepping training floors or food for canines

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or GED
• Be a U.S. Citizen
• Possess, or be able to obtain, a minimum Moderate Risk Public Trust (MRPT) level clearance
• Valid driver’s license
• No prior work experience required
• Knowledge of traffic and safety regulations, practices and procedures pertaining to motor vehicle operation, and passenger safety rules
• Ability to read installation maps to determine the shortest and safest route
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, while handling multiple tasks simultaneously
• Availability on weekends and holidays to tend to kenneled canines

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Prior professional work experience caring for canines

BENEFITS:

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• Paid time off offered at an accrual rate of 1 hour per 25 hours worked on a weekly basis
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues, and much more!

PART-TIME Position

RATE: $23.15/hourly

Closing

Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com

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