Lead Animal Care Technician

Best Friends Pet Care; Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

STD/LTD

401K with company matching

ESOP - Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Paid vacation

Uniforms

Pet discounts

Job summary

Best Friends Pet Care in Franklin, TN is seeking an experienced Part Time Animal Care Assistant to care for our pet guests at The Farm. You will help with cleaning, feeding, monitoring, and daily care to ensure safety and comfort.

The role offers growth opportunities within our ESOP company, with benefits such as health insurance, 401(k) with company matching, paid vacation, uniforms, and employee discounts. Evening, weekend, and holiday shifts required for this position.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year animal care/kennel experience.
• Animal Care Technician Certified.
• Playtime Certified.
• High School graduate or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning and maintenance of pet suites, condos, general boarding areas, and kitchen.
• Feeding and watering pet guests.
• Monitoring and charting every pet guest.
• Monitoring pet belongings.
• Laundering duties.
• Assisting other associates and performing other duties as needed.

Skills

Animal care experience

Kennel experience

Animal Care Technician Certified

Playtime Certified

Education

High School Graduate or Equivalent

Job description

Job Details: Level: Experienced, Job Location: Franklin TN - The Farm (FRK258) - Franklin, TN, Position Type: Part Time, Education Level: None, Salary Range: $18.00 - $19.00Hourly, Job Category: Hospitality - Hotel, Our experienced animal care leads provide loving care for our pet guests while they stay and play in our pet hotel; focusing on safety, comfort, and cleanliness. This position is a stepping stone for the Animal Care Manager role.

We are an Employee-owned and operated company that is expanding, which provides many growth opportunities within the company. We currently have over 80 locations in twenty-six states coast-to-coast and have been in business for 30 years.

If you are looking for a company in which you can learn and grow, our countrywide, well-established pet care facility may be the perfect place for you!

We offer:

• Health, dental, vision, life insurance, STD/LTD, 401K with company matching
• ESOP - Employee Stock Ownership Plan (100% company paid)
• Paid vacation
• Uniforms
• Pet supply and service discounts and more!

Responsibilities:

• Cleaning and maintenance of pet suites, condos, general boarding areas, and kitchen
• Feeding and watering pet guests
• Monitoring and charting every pet guest
• Monitoring pet belongings
• Laundering duties
• Assisting other associates and performing other duties as needed

Job Requirements: Education:

• High School Graduate or Equivalent

Experience:

• Minimum of 1-year animal care/kennel experience.
• Animal Care Technician Certified
• Playtime Certified

Physical:

• Must be able to work evenings weekends and holidays.
• Must be able to frequently lift 40 pounds.
• Must be able to be on feet eight hours per day.
• Must be able to stand, walk, and climb stairs frequently.
• Must be able to work on computer system.
• Must be able to handle dogs on leashes.
• Must be able to work in an environment with exposure to disinfectant/sanitation. chemicals, animal dander and excretions.

Personal:

• Must have the ability to resolve problems quickly and professionally.
• Must have the ability to supervise, motivate and counsel Associates.
• Must have strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must possess a love of animals.
• Displays a professional manner at all times.