Pet Hotel - Kennel Attendant I Bather I Receptionist I Driver

PLEASE NO PHONE CALLS.

Job Duties include but are not limited to: Feeding strict diets to dogs and cats, washing bedding and other laundry, washing dishes, walking dogs and safely monitoring playgroups, closely monitoring each animal's eating, potty and behavior habits, cleaning and sanitation of facility, exercising dogs of all sizes and breeds. Cattery attendants: clean cat condos, washing bedding and dishes, including litter boxes. Provide assigned activities for cats, or rabbits. Monitor health of pets in cattery.

The Groomer is responsible for brushing and bathing pets (Cats and Dogs). Bathers must ensure that each pet leaves the grooming room clean, free of mats. Bathers are not required to provide haircuts. We provide exit baths for boarding, daycare, and some walk in baths.

• Maintenance of grooming equipment
• Housekeeping and Maintenance of Kennel
• Ability to assist in other areas of the Kennel.
• Ability to maintain logs.

Customer Service positions include - checking in and out clients, updating records, e-mailing clients, answering phone calls. Must have proficient computer skills, be able to multitask, and have some prior customer service skills. Able to help in other areas of the kennel.

• Driving company vehicle to transport pet to and from airport.

Drivers - Drivers assist with relocation services. Picking up and dropping pets off at cargo facilities for flights, or from clients. Must be able to handle dogs and cats, safely. Drivers assist with animal care at Kennel. Must have a clean driving record, no points.

Cross training in other areas of the kennel is a plus.

*ONLY APPLY IF YOU HAVE HAD PREVIOUS WORKING EXPERIENCE (MINIMUM OF 6 MONTHS) WITH EITHER A VETERINARY CLINIC, ANIMAL BOARDING FACILITY, OR ANIMAL SHELTER. APPLICATIONS WITH NO PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.*

Every potential candidate must also posses the following qualifications:

• Excellent communication and client service skills- In person, via phone and written
  Must possess sound decision making skills and the ability to multi-task
  Properly handle pets, to ensure pets' safety and handlers' safety.
  Must enjoy keeping pets and kennels clean.
  Ability to work Independently and be a Team Player
  Be Extremely Dependable & On time
  Well groomed, organized and detail oriented.
  Ability to bend, stoop and stand for long periods of time. Ability to lift at least 50lbs.
  Ability to Multi-Task in a Fast Pace Environment

Must be comfortable working with Dogs & Cats

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Dependable attendance is required.
Must able to lift 50 pounds.
Must be able to work holidays & weekends
This position requires the ability to walk, bend, stand and reach constantly during a minimum 10 hour day.
Ability to maintain accurate records, prioritize task and understand written directions.
Ability to speak and hear sufficiently to understand, to communicate in person or over the telephone.
Can not be allergic to dogs/ cats/ rabbits

We have a *very strict* no drug policy.