Kennel Technician

Allied Universal; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Allied Universal in Northern Virginia is seeking a Kennel Technician to maintain kennels, manage food prep, support canine handlers, and transport canines and personnel.

You will feed and exercise dogs, administer medications, assist with training logistics in a fast-paced security environment, and weekend/holiday availability is required. This part-time role pays $23.15 per hour with medical/dental/vision, life insurance and PTO.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• MRPT clearance or ability to obtain required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• No prior work experience required.
• Ability to read installation maps to determine shortest/safest routes.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Weekend/holiday availability to tend kenneled canines.
• Prior canine care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage 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 and Incident Reports.
• Assign with minor maintenance, cleaning and inventory tasks.
• Feed, walk, exercise and bathe canines.
• Administer medications as directed by veterinary personnel.
• Transport canines to/from kennels during training sessions.
• Clean kennels and kennel areas; maintain facility.
• Help prep training floors and canine meals as needed.

Skills

U.S. Citizenship

MRPT clearance or ability to obtain

Valid driver’s license

Maps reading and route planning

Multitasking in fast-paced environment

Weekend/holiday availability

Canine care experience (preferred)

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

  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