Pet Pro Kennel Tech: Growth, Benefits, Weekends

No Leash Needed; Norwalk (CT); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid training

Employee pet care discounts

Tips

Job summary

NVA Pet Resorts in Norwalk, CT is hiring a Pet Pro (Kennel Technician) to care for dogs and cats in our daycare and boarding spaces. You will help keep the pets safe, happy, and comfortable while working with a friendly team.

The role requires weekend and holiday shifts, the ability to lift up to 60 lbs, and a hands-on approach to cleaning, feeding, enrichment, and documentation. We offer training, insurance benefits for full-time staff, and team-oriented growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Passionate about dogs and cats.
• Gentle, patient, and safety‑focused.
• Comfortable supervising multiple dogs at once.
• Able to recognize and prevent conflicts in playgroups.
• Detail‑oriented with strong documentation habits.
• Friendly and comfortable speaking with pet parents.
• Reliable, punctual, and team‑oriented.

Responsibilities

• Walk dogs and supervise playgroups.
• Feed pets and administer medications.
• Clean and sanitize pet rooms and common areas.
• Monitor pet health, behavior, and interactions.
• Document care notes and communicate with leadership.
• Engage pets in enrichment activities.
• Comfort shy guests and manage high-energy groups.
• Laundry and general facility upkeep.
• Scoop poop and clean messes.

Skills

Dog care

Patient

Documentation

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

NVA Pet Resorts in Norwalk, CT is hiring a Pet Pro (Kennel Technician) to care for dogs and cats in our daycare and boarding spaces. You will help keep the pets safe, happy, and comfortable while working with a friendly team.

The role requires weekend and holiday shifts, the ability to lift up to 60 lbs, and a hands-on approach to cleaning, feeding, enrichment, and documentation. We offer training, insurance benefits for full-time staff, and team-oriented growth opportunities.