Técnico en cuidado canino/Cuidador de guardería canina

DOG BROTHERS INC; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Opportunities for advancement

Ongoing training

A supportive team environment

The opportunity to make a difference

Average day includes active processing

Job summary

K9s Place in Melbourne, FL is seeking dependable Canine Care Technicians to join our team. This physically demanding, fast-paced role focuses on the health and safety of every dog in our care, including kennel cleaning, feeding, fitness monitoring, and daily care tasks.

We offer opportunities for advancement, ongoing training, and a supportive team environment. This position requires weekend and holiday availability and the ability to lift 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Weekend and holiday availability required
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Comfortable working indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions
• Able to stand, walk, bend, squat, and move throughout shift

Responsibilities

• Clean and disinfect kennels and play yards
• Feed, water, and care for boarding and daycare dogs
• Supervise daycare playgroups
• Safely handle dogs of all breeds and sizes
• Monitor dogs for changes in health or behavior
• Laundry, dishes, sweeping, mopping, and general facility cleaning
• Work efficiently with your team to keep the facility running smoothly

Job description

Canine Care Technician / Kennel Technician

Full-Time/Part time | K9s Place | Melbourne, FL

Do you enjoy staying active, working hard, and caring for dogs?

K9s Place is looking for dependable, motivated individuals to join our Canine Care Team. This is a physically demanding, fast-paced position that requires excellent time management, attention to detail, and a genuine commitment to the health and safety of every dog in our care.

Responsibilities

• Clean and disinfect kennels and play yards
• Feed, water, and care for boarding and daycare dogs
• Supervise daycare playgroups
• Safely handle dogs of all breeds and sizes
• Monitor dogs for changes in health or behavior
• Laundry, dishes, sweeping, mopping, and general facility cleaning
• Work efficiently with your team to keep the facility running smoothly

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Reliable transportation
• Weekend and holiday availability required
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Comfortable working indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions
• Able to stand, walk, bend, squat, and move throughout your shift
• Previous animal care experience is a plus but not required

We’re Looking For Someone Who…

• Has a strong work ethic
• Is reliable and punctual
• Stays busy without constant supervision
• Works well in a team
• Takes pride in keeping a clean and organized environment
• Wants to provide exceptional care for every dog

This Position Is NOT a Good Fit If You…

• Prefer sitting for most of your shift
• Don’t enjoy cleaning
• Need constant reminders to stay on task
• Are uncomfortable working in Florida heat or rain
• Think working with dogs means playing with them all day

What We Offer

• Employee discounts
• Opportunities for advancement
• Ongoing training
• A supportive team environment
• The opportunity to make a difference in the lives of dogs every day

Average daily activity: 15,000-25,000 steps, frequent lifting, constant movement, and hands on dog care