Pet Care Technician

Luxury Pet Hotel Investment; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company participation

Flexible scheduling

Training & career development programs

Employee discounts and perks

Job summary

K9 Resorts in Reston, VA is hiring a Part-Time Pet Care Technician to provide hands-on care for dogs and deliver a 5-star guest experience to pet parents. Join our fast-paced, team-driven environment where passion for dogs and attention to detail matter daily.

Responsibilities include supervising daycare, monitoring health and safety, cleaning to brand standards, assisting with feeding, bathing, and play, and contributing to a positive culture. Training is provided, no experience required.

Qualifications

• Genuine love for dogs.
• Strong communication and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Providing compassionate, hands-on care for dogs of all breeds and sizes.
• Supervising daycare playgroups and ensuring safe, positive interactions.
• Monitoring dog health, behavior, and safety and reporting concerns immediately.
• Cleaning and disinfecting suites and common areas to brand standards.
• Assisting with feeding, bathing, play sessions, and daily routines.
• Delivering a 5-star guest experience to every pet parent.
• Supporting team operations and maintaining a strong, positive culture.

Skills

Love for dogs

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Physical ability

Job description

FLSA: Part-Time Hourly Non-Exempt

At K9 Resorts, we deliver a luxury experience for dogs and peace of mind for their owners. Our award-winning resorts provide top-tier boarding, daycare, and grooming in a safe, clean, and stress-free environment. If you love dogs and thrive in a fast-paced, team-driven environment, this is your opportunity to turn your passion into a career.

What You’ll Do

As a Pet Care Technician, you’ll be at the heart of our resort—working hands-on with dogs and ensuring every guest receives exceptional care.

Day-to-day responsibilities include:

• Providing compassionate, hands-on care for dogs of all breeds and sizes
• Supervising daycare playgroups and ensuring safe, positive interactions
• Monitoring dog health, behavior, and safety and reporting concerns immediately
• Cleaning and disinfecting suites and common areas to brand standards
• Assisting with feeding, bathing, play sessions, and daily routines
• Delivering a 5-star guest experience to every pet parent
• Supporting team operations and maintaining a strong, positive culture

What We’re Looking For

• A genuine love for dogs (non-negotiable)
• Strong communication and attention to detail
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, hands-on environment
• Comfortable getting “down and dirty” with cleaning and pet care tasks
• Dependable, team-oriented, and adaptable
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs
• Weekend and holiday availability required
• No experience? No problem—we provide training!

What You’ll Get

We believe in taking care of our team just like we take care of our dogs:

• 401(k) with company participation
• Flexible scheduling
• Training & career development programs
• Employee discounts and perks

Why K9 Resorts?

You’ll be joining a team that’s passionate about people, pets, and results—where your growth matters and your work makes a real impact every day.