Pet Care Attendant — Hands-On, Heartfelt Pet Care

Destination Pet, LLC; Scarborough (ME); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telehealth

401K

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Destination Pet LLC is seeking an Animal Care Attendant to care for pets in a fast-paced setting. You’ll keep enclosures clean, feed and water animals, monitor wellbeing, and report any issues to management. You’ll also supervise play, assist with brushing and baths, and handle laundry to keep all items tidy.

This role requires a love for animals, a willingness to learn, and a calm, professional demeanor. Evening, weekend, and holiday availability are expected.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs.
• Evenings, weekends, and holidays availability required.
• On-your-feet, hands-on role that can be sweaty at times.
• Prior kennel or animal care experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Keeping pet enclosures and play areas spotless, safe, and sanitized.
• Serving up meals and fresh water like a 5-star pet resort concierge.
• Monitoring the health, happiness, and, yes, poop of every pet guest.
• Reporting anything unusual to the General or Assistant Manager.
• Supervising playtime, tail-wagging, and the occasional game of fetch.
• Assisting with brushing and bath time.
• Handling laundry and belongings so every pet has clean snuggly stuff.

Skills

Love for animals

Eager to learn

Professional demeanor

Willingness to get hands dirty

Job description

Destination Pet LLC is seeking an Animal Care Attendant to care for pets in a fast-paced setting. You’ll keep enclosures clean, feed and water animals, monitor wellbeing, and report any issues to management. You’ll also supervise play, assist with brushing and baths, and handle laundry to keep all items tidy.

This role requires a love for animals, a willingness to learn, and a calm, professional demeanor. Evening, weekend, and holiday availability are expected.