Pet Care Specialist

barkaritavillepetresort; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 16,531 - 17,908; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

Employee discounts

Job summary

Barkaritaville Pet Resort in Corpus Christi is seeking dedicated Kennel Attendants to provide exceptional care for pets. In this physically active role, you'll engage with dogs, ensuring their comfort, cleanliness, and happiness while maintaining a safe environment.

The position requires weekend and holiday availability; full-time and part-time options are available. Benefits include medical insurance, paid time off, and opportunities for training in pet care.

Qualifications

• Strong love for animals.
• Reliable and detail-oriented.
• Ability to follow safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Caring for dogs by ensuring their comfort and safety.
• Feeding, walking, and bathing pets.
• Cleaning and sanitizing suites and common areas.

Skills

Love for animals

Reliability

Communication

Attention to detail

Customer service experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

KENNEL ATTENDANT

Are you passionate about animals and ready to turn that love into a rewarding job? Barkaritaville Pet Resort in Corpus Christi is hiring Full-Time and Part-Time Kennel Attendants to help us deliver top-notch care to the pets entrusted to us. Whether you're looking to build a long-term career or pick up part-time hours doing something meaningful, we want to hear from you.

We're looking for dependable, energetic individuals who can work hard, take initiative, and always put pets first.

Pay:

$12.00–$13.00 per hour + Tips, based on experience

Schedule Options:

• Full-Time: 30‑35 hours per week
• Part-Time: 20‑30 hours per week Shift Hours:
• 7:00AM - 6:30PM
• 7:00AM - 1:00PM
• 12:00PM - 6:30PM

Weekend and holiday availability is required for both roles. If you cannot work at least alternating weekends and holidays we ask that you DO NOT APPLY.

Job Overview:

As a Kennel Attendant, your primary role is to care for dogs staying at our facility by ensuring their comfort, cleanliness, safety, and happiness. You'll spend your time engaging with dogs of all sizes and personalities and helping maintain a clean and well‑organized environment.

Daily tasks include:

• Feeding, walking, and bathing pets
• Monitoring behavior and reporting any concerns
• Cleaning and sanitizing suites, yards, and common areas
• Scooping waste, mopping, vacuuming, and doing laundry
• Assisting with check‑ins and check‑outs
• Occasionally giving facility tours and updating pet records in our system
• Working both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions including heat, humidity, and rain

This is a physically active position. You will be bending, lifting, walking, and on your feet for most of your shift.

About Barkaritaville Pet Resort:

We're a locally owned, full‑service pet care facility with over 30 years of experience in the animal care industry. Our services include daycare, boarding, grooming, and enrichment programs. We offer:

• The largest indoor play yards in the Corpus Christi area
• Expansive, fully fenced outdoor yards
• On‑the‑job training in canine body language, safety, and behavior
• Certification opportunities in Pet First Aid and CPR
• A supportive and team‑oriented work culture

We take pride in offering the highest level of care and creating a stress‑free experience for both pets and their owners.

Benefits for Full‑Time Team Members May Include:

• Medical and dental insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Time and a half on holidays
• Employee discounts on services and retail
• Continuing education opportunities
• Performance‑based incentives and tips

What We're Looking For:

• A strong love for animals
• Friendly, calm, and patient demeanor
• High level of reliability and attention to detail
• Ability to follow safety procedures and handle pets responsibly
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment
• Professional appearance and communication
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous pet care, hospitality, or customer service experience is a plus

Please, NO calls to inquire about the position. Only online applicants that complete the full application process will be considered.