Pet Care Attendant-Chelmsford, MA

Vetcor; Chelmsford (MA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition support

Referral bonuses

Health insurance

Paid time off

Pet discounts

Job summary

Countryside Veterinary Hospital is hiring a Doggie Daycare Attendant for a full-time position in Massachusetts. The role offers flexible scheduling, including nights, weekends, and occasional holidays, with hourly pay ranging from $16.50 to $18.00.

The Doggie Daycare Attendant will supervise dog groups, feed dogs as needed, and maintain a clean, safe camp environment while communicating with clients about their pets' day. Benefits accompany this opportunity.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Experience handling dogs in a daycare, kennel, or group setting preferred.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift [Weight] lbs with assistance.

Responsibilities

• Supervise multiple dogs during group play in a close-contact environment
• Keep campers occupied, engaged, and safe throughout the day
• Feed dogs according to their individual needs
• Clean and maintain the camp area so it stays safe and sanitary
• Greet clients and provide friendly, clear updates about their dogs’ day

Skills

Dog handling

Customer service

Independent work

Safety awareness

Cleanliness focus

Job description

Who We Are

Countryside Veterinary Hospital is Hiring a Doggie Daycare Attendant!

Position Details

Role: Doggie Daycare Attendant

Status: Full-Time

Salary: $16.50 - $18.00 per hour

Schedule: Flex - including nights, weekends, and occasional holidays

Special Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age

Benefits Highlights

Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses

Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee pet discounts

Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, professional development opportunities, continuing education allowance, and uniform allowance

Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays, an Employee Assistance Program, and an employee discount program

Do you love spending your day surrounded by happy, playful pups and want a job where every shift is full of wagging tails? Countryside Veterinary Hospital is looking for a motivated, caring Doggie Daycare Attendant to join our team at Camp Countryside Doggie Daycare. This full-time role is perfect for someone who enjoys being active, keeps a watchful eye on a busy playgroup, and takes pride in a clean, safe, welcoming camp.

At Countryside Veterinary Hospital, a caring and compassionate attitude is something every member of our team shares. If you’re responsible, independent, and great with both dogs and their people, we’d love to meet you.

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Days full of dogs. As a Doggie Daycare Attendant, you’ll spend your shift keeping campers happy, engaged, and safe.
• Room to grow. We offer training and real career growth potential within a veterinary hospital setting.
• Independence and trust. You’ll have the freedom to run your part of the camp with confidence.
• A compassionate team. You’ll work alongside people who genuinely care about pets and each other.
• Full-time stability. A full-time position with competitive hourly pay and benefits.

What You’ll Do

• Supervise multiple dogs during group play in a close-contact environment
• Keep campers occupied, engaged, and safe throughout the day
• Feed dogs according to their individual needs
• Clean and maintain the camp area so it stays safe and sanitary
• Greet clients and provide friendly, clear updates about their dogs’ day

What You’ll Bring

• A caring, compassionate attitude toward animals and people
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and stay alert in a busy, close-contact setting
• A responsible, dependable approach to safety and cleanliness
• Experience handling dogs in a daycare, kennel, or group setting preferred
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift [Weight] lbs with assistance

Financial Benefits

Benefits You Can’t Beat

• A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
• 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
• 529 Savings Plan
• Tuition Support Program
• Referral bonus program

Wellness Benefits

• Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
• Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
• Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free or discounted lab work for all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Pet food discount program

Workplace Benefits

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance

Lifestyle Benefits

• Six paid holidays (full-time only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

Join Our Team!

If you’re a dog lover who wants a full-time role with heart, energy, and room to grow, we’d love to hear from you. Come be the Doggie Daycare Attendant who makes every camper’s day at Camp Countryside a great one.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values of Countryside Veterinary Hospital and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That’s why we’re committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.