Lead Animal Care Technician

Best-Friends-Pet-Care-Inc; Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

STD/LTD

401K with company match

ESOP

Paid vacation

Uniforms

Pet discounts

Job summary

Best Friends Pet Care Inc. seeks a dedicated Animal Care Technician to care for our pet guests in a busy facility. You will clean, feed, monitor, and supervise during shifts, ensuring safety, comfort, and cleanliness.

The role requires a reliable team player with at least one year of kennel experience, the ability to lift up to 40 pounds, and flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. Certifications in animal care are preferred.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain pet suites, condos, and boarding areas.
• Feed and water pet guests.
• Monitor and chart each pet guest's status.
• Assist teammates and handle routine duties as needed.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

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 matchingESOP - Employee Stock Ownership Plan (100% company paid)Paid vacationUniformsPet supply and service discounts and more!Responsibilities:Cleaning and maintenance of pet suites, condos, general boarding areas, and kitchenFeeding and watering pet guestsMonitoring and charting every pet guestMonitoring pet belongingsLaundering dutiesAssisting other associates and performing other duties as neededEducation:High School Graduate or EquivalentExperience:Minimum of 1-year animal care/kennel experience.Animal Care Technician CertifiedPlaytime CertifiedPhysical: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.