Pet Care & Kennel Technician - Growth & Benefits

Bennetts Creek Home Away from Home; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401k retirement options

Life Insurance

Disability coverage

Teladoc access

Job summary

Mission Pet Health is hiring a Kennel Assistant to care for boarding and daycare pets, ensuring they receive meals, exercise, and attentive supervision. You’ll monitor behavior, report concerns to the medical team, and keep kennels, runs, and surrounding areas clean and safe.

You’ll also help manage supplies and support daily operations with the team. The role emphasizes a loving approach to animal welfare, reliability in a fast-paced setting, and the physical stamina to lift 50+ lbs.

Qualifications

• A genuine love for animals and commitment to welfare.
• Reliable, hardworking with ability to manage tasks in a fast-paced setting.
• Strong communication and good judgment under stress.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and perform physically active duties.
• Previous kennel assistant experience preferred; flexible weekends/holidays required.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalized care for boarding and daycare pets.
• Monitor animal health and promptly flag concerns to the medical team.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation across kennels, runs, and surrounding areas.
• Assist with inventory for food and cleaning supplies to support daily operations.

Skills

Love for animals

Communication

Physical strength

Task management

Flexibility

Job description

Mission Pet Health is hiring a Kennel Assistant to care for boarding and daycare pets, ensuring they receive meals, exercise, and attentive supervision. You’ll monitor behavior, report concerns to the medical team, and keep kennels, runs, and surrounding areas clean and safe.

You’ll also help manage supplies and support daily operations with the team. The role emphasizes a loving approach to animal welfare, reliability in a fast-paced setting, and the physical stamina to lift 50+ lbs.