Lead Kennel Technician

Global K9 Group; Opelika (AL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Benefits Package

Competitive pay

401k

Paid vacation

Job summary

Global K9 Protection Group LLC in Opelika, AL seeks a Lead Kennel Technician to oversee kennel and wellness operations, lead daily activities, and ensure high standards of canine care, safety, and cleanliness. This full-time role requires hands-on leadership and weekend availability as needed.

You will monitor health, coordinate feeding, grooming, enrichment, and treatments, maintain records, and mentor staff while upholding animal welfare and company policies.

Qualifications

• Mentors, inspires and champions employees for continued growth and development.
• Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, and maintain productive working relationships with tact, respect, and professionalism.
• Balance team and individual responsibilities while contributing to a positive, cooperative work environment.
• Communicate customer-related issues to the operations team and help resolve problems and complaints to improve the customer experience.
• Collaborate across organizational lines to integrate and streamline essential functions.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records.
• Create, maintain, and prepare accurate records and reports.
• Work independently with minimal oversight while applying strong organizational, time-management, analytical, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Prioritize and manage multiple tasks to complete work accurately and on time.
• Identify problems, recommend and implement solutions, and adapt to change with sound judgment and foresight.

Responsibilities

• Use Microsoft SharePoint, Excel, Word, payroll applications, and internal systems proficiently.
• Assist with tracking all canine movements into and out of the facility.
• Ensure monthly feeding, weight, and canine preventive-care records are accurate and complete.
• Update monthly supply inventories and supply-request reports.
• Demonstrate a genuine commitment to animal care and safely handle animals that are stressed, ill, or in pain.
• Lift and carry animals and food bags; obtain assistance when lifting animals over 40 pounds.
• Walk or stand for extended periods and frequently work in a bent position.
• Work safely in conditions that may include unpleasant odors, noise, animal waste, and cleaning chemicals.
• Feed, water, groom, bathe, exercise, medicate, and otherwise care for high-drive working dogs while maintaining positive control.
• Follow established schedules for cleaning and sanitizing kennel areas, cages, runs, wards, litter boxes, food and water bowls, equipment, and related spaces.
• Collect urine and fecal specimens as directed.
• Recognize and promptly report unusual conditions, injuries, illness, or abnormal behavior.
• Assist veterinarians and the Kennel Manager with medication administration, prescribed treatments, and patient restraint when authorized and trained.
• Safely use cleaning chemicals and supplies in accordance with established procedures.
• Complete daily, weekly, and monthly chore lists to maintain the cleanliness, equipment, and overall appearance of the kennel technician area.
• Follow oral and written instructions, prioritize tasks, and remain productive throughout each shift.
• Maintain professional, cooperative relationships and communicate appropriately with staff members.
• Participate in performance appraisals, including those of others when requested, and attend all required staff and training meetings.
• Teach and mentor staff members in proper kennel procedures and skills.
• Remain vigilant around open doorways and other access points to prevent working dogs from escaping the facility.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mentoring staff

Effective communication

Team leadership

Detail orientation

Record keeping

Multitasking

Problem solving

Time management

Tools

SharePoint

Excel

Word

Payroll software

Job description

Description/Job Summary

Lead Kennel Technician

Job Type: Full-Time

Global K9 Protection Group LLC is looking for a dedicated and passionate Lead Kennel Technician to serve as an integral part of the Team.

Primary Objectives

• Provide hands-on leadership and daily oversight of kennel and wellness operations while performing kennel technician duties.
• Coordinate & conduct daily kennel activities; verify assigned work; and maintain high standards of canine care, cleanliness, sanitation, safety, accountability, and operational readiness.
• Monitor canine health, behavior, appetite, stool, hydration, mobility, and overall condition; promptly report health, safety, behavioral, or facility concerns through established channels.
• Ensure dogs receive appropriate feeding, watering, grooming, exercise, enrichment, rest, interaction, medications, and prescribed treatments when authorized and properly trained.
• Conduct kennel inspections, maintain accurate canine care and health records, and keep the kennel orderly, professional, and operationally ready.
• Set the standard for professionalism, animal welfare, teamwork, and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Use Microsoft SharePoint, Excel, Word, payroll applications, and internal systems proficiently.
• Assist with tracking all canine movements into and out of the facility.
• Ensure monthly feeding, weight, and canine preventive-care records are accurate and complete.
• Update monthly supply inventories and supply-request reports.
• Demonstrate a genuine commitment to animal care and safely handle animals that are stressed, ill, or in pain.
• Lift and carry animals and food bags; obtain assistance when lifting animals over 40 pounds. Walk or stand for extended periods and frequently work in a bent position.
• Work safely in conditions that may include unpleasant odors, noise, animal waste, and cleaning chemicals.
• Feed, water, groom, bathe, exercise, medicate, and otherwise care for high-drive working dogs while maintaining positive control.
• Follow established schedules for cleaning and sanitizing kennel areas, cages, runs, wards, litter boxes, food and water bowls, equipment, and related spaces.
• Collect urine and fecal specimens as directed.
• Recognize and promptly report unusual conditions, injuries, illness, or abnormal behavior.
• Assist veterinarians and the Kennel Manager with medication administration, prescribed treatments, and patient restraint when authorized and trained.
• Safely use cleaning chemicals and supplies in accordance with established procedures.
• Complete daily, weekly, and monthly chore lists to maintain the cleanliness, equipment, and overall appearance of the kennel technician area.
• Follow oral and written instructions, prioritize tasks, and remain productive throughout each shift.
• Maintain professional, cooperative relationships and communicate appropriately with staff members.
• Participate in performance appraisals, including those of others when requested, and attend all required staff and training meetings.
• Teach and mentor staff members in proper kennel procedures and skills.
• Remain vigilant around open doorways and other access points to prevent working dogs from escaping the facility.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Company Benefits

Full Benefits Package, Competitive pay, 401k, Paid vacation

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this employment classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Global K9 Protection Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer, which provides equal opportunity for Females, Minorities, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. Global K9 Protection Group (GK9PG) is a Veteran Owned and operated business, driven by a culture of excellence.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Mentors, inspires and champions employees for continued growth and development.
• Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, and maintain productive working relationships with tact, respect, and professionalism..
• Balance team and individual responsibilities while contributing to a positive, cooperative work environment.
• Communicate customer-related issues to the operations team and help resolve problems and complaints to improve the customer experience.
• Collaborate across organizational lines to integrate and streamline essential functions.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records.
• Create, maintain, and prepare accurate records and reports.
• Work independently with minimal oversight while applying strong organizational, time-management, analytical, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Prioritize and manage multiple tasks to complete work accurately and on time.
• Identify problems, recommend and implement solutions, and adapt to change with sound judgment and foresight.
• Work outside normal business hours, including weekends, as needed.Prior working-dog handling or kennel technician experience preferred.