Pet Care Specialist

ELAINES PET RESORTS; Madera (CA); Sur place; USD 19 000 - 27 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Elaine's Pet Resorts in Fresno, CA is seeking a Pet Care Specialist. You will perform pet care tasks, supervise play and enrichment activities, and maintain pet wellbeing with attention to cleanliness and safety.

The role requires 18+, a HS diploma, ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and availability for evenings/weekends. Prior pet care experience is a plus; training is provided to ensure high-quality care and customer service.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older with a High School Diploma.
• Available to work a minimum of 20 hours per week.
• Previous Pet Care Experience (preferred not required).
• Able to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Able to lift up to 50lbs.
• Clear written and verbal communication and sound documentation techniques.
• Operate kennel management software systems.

Responsabilités

• Perform thorough cleaning and sanitizing of all pet areas.
• Conduct Playtimes, Walks, Treat Times and Tender Care Sessions.
• Ensure the health and wellbeing of each pet in care.
• Interact respectfully with pets and clients.
• Identify health or behavior issues and inform supervisors.
• Maintain safety and proper use of equipment and chemicals.

Connaissances

Customer service

Teamwork

Communication

Stamina

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Formation

High School Diploma

Outils

Kennel management software

Description du poste

Pet Care Specialist in Fresno, CA

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Description

PURPOSE

Under close supervision, performs Pet Care and Activities department operations. Following established policies and procedures; ensures the health, safety and comfort of all guests entrusted to us through high-quality care. Evaluates, monitors, and documents pet health and temperament. Cleans, disinfects, and maintains sanitary conditions of all pet care areas and the facility. Assists with guest enrichment and exercise.

RESPONSIBILITY OF SUPERVISION

Reports to the Guest Services Supervisor and receives supervision from the Guest Services Supervisor, Team Leaders, and department coordinators. Exercises no supervision.

Pay range: $16.90

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Thorough cleaning and sanitizing of all pet areas including the annual deep cleaning of the facility
• Conduct quality and interactive Playtimes, Walks, Treat Times and Tender Care Sessions
• Responsible for the personal care and wellbeing of each pet
• Appropriately handle and interact respectfully with each pet
• Identify health and behavioral problems with pets and inform Team Leader
• Operate equipment and use chemicals according to safety procedures, wearing appropriate personal protective equipment
• Observe and maintain a safe working environment in compliance with established safety policies and procedures
• Documentation and record-keeping for each guest including completing task reports. Including the use of a kennel management software.
• May lift and carry pets, food bags, cat litter, and other equipment up to and over 50 pounds
• Receive on-going training as appropriate

EXPECTATIONS - THE TEAM MEMBER WILL:

• Provide exceptional customer service
• Be able to work in a team setting; ability to work with people in such a manner as to build high morale and group commitment to goals and objectives;
• Be able to work individually; self-motivated with demonstrated commitment goals and objectives;
• Perform job duties with integrity, respect for co-workers and pets, and knowledge while promoting the culture and values of Elaine's Pet Resorts;
• Be professional, willing to separate personal from company interests;
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, clients, and organizations in the course of work.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Be available to work:
  • a minimum of 20 hours a week
  • at both EPR locations
  • evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled
  • Maintain availability for the departments included in the Pet Care Specialist 1 position
• Must be 18 years or older with a High School Diploma
• Previous Pet Care Experience (preferred not required)
• Able to work outdoors in various weather conditions
• Able to walk, sit, bend, stoop and/or stand for up to 8 hours a day
• Able to lift up to 50lbs
• Must have clear written and verbal communication and sound documentation techniques;
• Operate office equipment including computer hardware and software applications and kennel management software systems
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, clients, and organizations in the course of work.
• Must have good consistent attendance including arriving to work on time.

Elaine's Pet Resorts reserves the right to change job responsibilities, transfer job positions or assign additional job duties at any time. Employees may be occasionally required to work on special assignments in addition to normal job duties.

Position Requirements

Full-Time/Part-Time Seasonal

Position Pet Care Specialist

About the Organization Elaine's Pet Resorts is a family-owned and operated luxury pet resort offering dogs & cats the finest in boarding, bathing, training & daycare services. Our first-class pet resort has been awarded top honors in the pet care industry as well as voted Best Pet Daycare/Boarding in the Central Valley by The Fresno Bee's Best of Central California since 2007!

This position is currently accepting applications.