Part Time Pet Care Specialist

K9 Resorts Luxury Pet Hotel; Madison (NJ); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company participation

Flexible scheduling

Training & career development programs

Employee discounts and perks

Job summary

K9 Resorts Luxury Pet Hotel in Madison, NJ is seeking a Part-Time Pet Care Technician to provide compassionate, hands-on care for dogs and to help manage daycare activities in a fast-paced resort setting. You will contribute to a safe, clean, and loving environment for all furry guests.

This role offers on-site work with training provided, flexible scheduling, and opportunities to grow within our grooming, boarding, and daycare services as part of a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Love for dogs, genuine passion for canine care.
• Strong communication and attention to detail.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, hands-on setting.
• Comfort with cleaning and pet care tasks.
• Dependable, team-oriented, adaptable attitude.
• Capability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Weekend and holiday availability required.
• No experience? Training provided on the job.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, hands-on care for dogs of all breeds and sizes.
• Assist with supervision of daycare playgroups and safe interactions.
• Monitor dog health, behavior, and safety; report concerns promptly.
• Clean and disinfect suites and common areas to brand standards.
• Assist with feeding, bathing, play sessions, and daily routines.
• Deliver a 5-star guest experience to every pet parent.
• Support team operations and maintain a positive culture.

Skills

Love for dogs

Communication

Fast-paced environment

Cleaning and pet care

Dependable and team-oriented

Lift up to 50lbs

Weekend/holiday availability

Training provided

Job description

Pet Care Technician

LPHI | K9 Resorts

FLSA: Part-Time Hourly Non-Exempt

At K9 Resorts, we deliver a luxury experience for dogs and peace of mind for their owners. Our award-winning resorts provide top-tier boarding, daycare, and grooming in a safe, clean, and stress-free environment. If you love dogs and thrive in a fast-paced, team-driven environment, this is your opportunity to turn your passion into a career.

What You’ll Do

As a Pet Care Technician, you’ll be at the heart of our resort- working hands-on with dogs and ensuring every guest receives exceptional care.

Day-to-day responsibilities include:

• Providing compassionate, hands-on care for dogs of all breeds and sizes
• Supervising daycare playgroups and ensuring safe, positive interactions
• Monitoring dog health, behavior, and safety and reporting concerns immediately
• Cleaning and disinfecting suites and common areas to brand standards
• Assisting with feeding, bathing, play sessions, and daily routines
• Delivering a 5-star guest experience to every pet parent
• Supporting team operations and maintaining a strong, positive culture

What We’re Looking For

• A genuine love for dogs (non-negotiable)
• Strong communication and attention to detail
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, hands-on environment
• Comfortable getting "down and dirty" with cleaning and pet care tasks
• Dependable, team-oriented, and adaptable
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs
• Weekend and holiday availability required
• No experience? No problem - we provide training!

What You’ll Get

• 401(k) with company participation
• Flexible scheduling
• Training & career development programs
• Employee discounts and perks

Why K9 Resorts?

You’ll be joining a team that’s passionate about people, pets, and results- where your growth matters and your work makes a real impact every day.