Pet Care Specialist

Barkaritaville Pet Resort Inc; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tips plus hourly wage

Employee discounts

On-the-job training

Certification opportunities

Job summary

Barkaritaville Pet Resort Inc in Corpus Christi is seeking Kennel Attendants to care for dogs, maintain clean, safe spaces, and keep pets happy during their stay. This is a physically active role with indoor and outdoor duties in varying weather.

We offer Full-Time and Part-Time positions with weekend and holiday availability. You will help feed, walk, bathe, monitor behavior, and update pet records while providing excellent customer service.

Qualifications

• Must love animals and be comfortable around dogs of all sizes.
• Dependable, energetic, able to take initiative and follow safety procedures.
• Reliable, detail-oriented and able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Feed, walk, and bathe pets daily.
• Monitor behavior and report concerns promptly.
• Clean and sanitize suites, yards, and common areas.
• Assist with check-ins/check-outs and pet records.
• Occasional facility tours and weather-permitting outdoor work.

Skills

Love for animals

Friendly demeanor

Reliability

Safety-aware

Stamina

Communication

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 Shifts 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 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