Kennel Technician - Anna, TX

Coldspringsanimalhospital; Anna (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health Insurance (medical, dental, vision)

Paid Time Off

Tuition Support Program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

A veterinary clinic in Texas is seeking a dependable Kennel Technician to ensure the daily care and comfort of pets. The ideal candidate will be compassionate, reliable, and capable of handling dogs and cats of various temperaments. Responsibilities include feeding, walking, cleaning, and monitoring animals in a safe environment. This role is full-time and requires working weekends. The position offers competitive wages and comprehensive benefits aimed at enhancing work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Comfortable handling animals, including those with behavioral challenges.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.
• Willing to learn and follow established animal care protocols.
• Ability to handle dogs and cats of all sizes and temperaments safely.
• Understanding basic equine behavior.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds, bend, kneel, and stand for extended periods.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Strong observation, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to work weekends, holidays, and occasional evenings as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily care, including feeding, walking, and enrichment for pets.
• Clean and disinfect kennels, cages, and common areas.
• Monitor animal behavior and report concerns to veterinary staff.
• Maintain clean workspace, including laundry and dishes.
• Follow biosecurity and infection control protocols.
• Assist with basic grooming and bathing support.
• Monitor animal behavior and report concerns.
• Administer medications under supervision.
• Maintain accurate care and behavior records.
• Support a safe, low-stress environment for all pets.
• Assist with check-in and discharge of boarding pets.
• Provide updates to team on client concerns.
• Help maintain welcoming atmosphere for owners.

Skills

Reliable

Compassionate

Team-oriented

Strong observation skills

Problem-solving skills

Weekend availability

Physical strength

Job description

Cold Springs Animal Hospital is Hiring a Kennel Technician!

• Status: Full-time
• Salary: Negotiable and based on experience
• Schedule: Weekends required, Mondays and Fridays 7:30-6, Tues and Thurs half-day PMs

The Kennel Technician is responsible for the daily care and comfort of boarding, hospitalized, and grooming pets. This role includes feeding, walking, cleaning, and monitoring the animals, as well as maintaining a clean and sanitary environment. The technician should demonstrate compassion, attention to detail, and the ability to handle dogs and cats of all temperaments.

Core Responsibilities

• Provide daily care, including feeding, walking, and enrichment.
• Walk dogs for exercise and elimination, clean litterboxes for cats
• Clean and disinfect kennels, cages, and common areas
• Cleaning and stripping/resetting stalls when needed, spreading manure
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace, including laundry and dishes
• Follow biosecurity and infection control protocols
• Provide basic grooming and bathing support when needed
• Monitor animal behavior and report concerns to veterinary staff
• Assist with basic handling and restraint for treatments or exams
• Administer prescribed medications or treatments under direct supervision
• Maintain accurate records of care and behavior observations
• Support a safe, low-stress environment for all pets
• Assist with check-in and discharge of boarding pets
• Provide updates to the team regarding client concerns or pet needs
• Help maintain a welcoming and professional atmosphere for pet owners

Skills & Qualifications

• Reliable, compassionate, and team-oriented
• Comfortable handling animals, including those with behavioral challenges
• Willing to learn and follow established animal care protocols
• Ability to handle dogs and cats of all sizes and temperaments safely
• Understanding basic equine behavior
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds, bend, kneel, and stand for extended periods
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Strong observation, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Willingness to work weekends, holidays, and occasional evenings as needed

Personal Attributes

• Dependable, punctual, and detail-oriented
• Compassionate and calm, especially in stressful situations
• Open to feedback and eager to learn
• Maintains a positive and respectful attitude toward coworkers, clients, and animals

Working Conditions

• Exposure to noise, odors, animal waste, cleaning chemicals, and various animal species.
• Work performed indoors and outdoors, in all weather conditions.
• Use of protective gear such as gloves, scrubs, and eye protection when necessary.
• A flexible approach to compensation that will reflect your skillset and future performance
• 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
• 529 Savings Plan
• Tuition Support Program (full-time only)
• Health Insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
• Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child‑dependent life insurance (full-time only)
• All US-based, benefits‑eligible employees with a minimum of one year of service may receive up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time only)
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• Continuing education allowance
• Six paid holidays (full-time only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

Join Our Team!

Think you're the kennel technician we're looking for? Apply today!

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at Cold Springs Animal Hospital and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That’s why we’re committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.

Prioritize your work-life balance and enjoy a fulfilling time away from work with our generous offerings.

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays

Training & Development

• Vetcor University - training for skill development and career growth
• CE Allowance and opportunities
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Lend a Hand Program – increased pay to help a sister hospital
• VetLife Days – rotate to a sister hospital

Health & Welfare

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Optional Life Insurance, Disability, and Accidental Insurance
• EAP with counseling and mental health benefits
• DVM Professional Liability Insurance fully covered
• Licensure Fees, Professional & Association Dues

Financial Wellbeing

• 401K with company contribution
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• EAP with Financial & Legal Advice/Services
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Bonus

Time Off/Work Life Balance

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays