Overnight - Kennel Tech

Workstream; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Training

Employee Pet Care Discounts

Tips (where applicable)

Growth opportunities within NVA

Job summary

NVA Pet Resorts is seeking an Overnight Kennel Technician to care for boarding guests while the resort is closed. This quiet, independent shift emphasizes safety, monitoring, cleaning, and accurate documentation.

Responsibilities include wellness checks, medication administration, meals, sanitation, and thorough note-taking for morning leadership. Must lift up to 60 lbs and work overnight hours with weekend/holiday availability. Benefits include paid training and employee discounts.

Qualifications

• Must be highly dependable and punctual, especially for overnight shifts.
• Ability to work alone with minimal supervision while staying accountable.
• Strong written communication for documenting notes and procedures.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on safety, sanitation, and accuracy.
• Calm demeanor in a kennel environment and during busy or noisy times.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled wellness checks on all boarding pets.
• Monitor for signs of illness, stress, or distress.
• Administer medications as directed.
• Accurately prepare and serve meals.
• Follow all special handling instructions carefully.
• Document detailed notes for morning leadership review.
• Clean and sanitize kennels, common areas, and equipment.
• Perform laundry of bedding, towels, and pet belongings.
• Prepare the resort for the morning team.
• Alert leadership immediately if any safety or health concerns arise.

Skills

Reliability

Punctuality

Independent work

Trustworthy

Attention to detail

Written communication

Calm under pressure

Physical stamina

Sanitation & cleanliness

Job description

Are you dependable, detail-oriented, and comfortable working independently?

We're looking for a trustworthy Overnight Kennel Technician to care for our boarding guests while the resort is closed. This is a quiet, independent shift focused on safety, monitoring, cleaning, and documentation.

Who We Are

NVA Pet Resorts is part of National Veterinary Associates (NVA) - the largest private owner of veterinary hospitals and pet resorts in North America, with 1,300+ locations. We're proud to be in an $8B+ industry that continues to grow as pet parents seek premium, trusted care for their furry family members.

At NVA Pet Resorts, our mission is simple: create safe, fun, and loving environments for pets while providing exceptional experiences for our clients and team members

About the Overnight Role

During overnight hours, you are responsible for the safety and well-being of every pet in the building. You will often work independently and must be reliable and attentive.

This is not a high-traffic customer-facing role. It is a behind-the-scenes position requiring strong judgment, accountability, and consistency.

What You'll Do

• Perform scheduled wellness checks on all boarding pets
• Monitor for signs of illness, stress, or distress
• Administer medications as directed
• Accurately prepare and serve meals
• Follow all special handling instructions carefully
• Document detailed notes for morning leadership review
• Clean and sanitize kennels, common areas, and equipment
• Perform laundry (bedding, towels, pet belongings)
• Prepare the resort for the morning team
• Alert leadership immediately if any safety or health concerns arise

You may also:

• Walk dogs for late-night or early-morning potty breaks
• Respond to barking or anxious pets calmly
• Ensure all doors, gates, and enclosures are secure

What We're Looking For

This role requires someone who is:

• Extremely reliable and punctual (overnight shifts are difficult to cover)
• Comfortable working alone
• Trustworthy and accountable
• Detail-oriented with strong written communication skills
• Calm under pressure
• Physically capable of handling dogs of all sizes
• Comfortable cleaning and maintaining a sanitary facility

You must be able to:

• Work overnight hours consistently
• Lift up to 60 lbs
• Stand, walk, bend, and clean for extended periods
• Work in a quiet but sometimes noisy kennel environment
• Handle dogs of all sizes safely and gently

Work Schedule

• Overnight shift
• Weekend and holiday availability required
• Paid Training
• Employee Pet Care Discounts
• Tips (where applicable)
• Growth opportunities within NVA

Equal Opportunity Employer

NVA Pet Resorts is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace.

2281 W Liberty St, Ann Arbor, MI 48103, USA