Job Description
Job Description
K9 Resorts, the industry leader in luxury boarding and dog daycare is looking for a Pet Care Technician (Kennal Attendant / Playroom Attendant). This person should love dogs and upon successful completion of training, you can even bring your beloved to work with you for free! We are looking for employees that are interested in career progression as we build out this franchise into a multi-unit franchise across New York.
ABOUT YOU :
- You love dogs.
- Youre fast paced, self-driven with a strong sense of urgency.
- Youre organized and detail oriented.
- You thrive when you have multiple challenges on your plate.
- You like to work with others and build a teamwork consensus
- Youre lively, enthusiastic and a very strong communicator.
IF YOU ARE SEEING YOURSELF IN THESE WORDS, WED LOVE TO TALK TO YOU ABOUT OUR PET CARE TECHNICIAN ROLE.
Title : Pet Care Technician
Reports to : General Manager / Resort Owner
Pet Care Technicians are responsible for delivering on our core promises : cleanliness, and compassionate care. This position spends the most time directly in contact with our furry friends. Someone in this position not only must love dogs, they must also be willing to get down and dirty. Cleaning accommodations, giving dog baths, and managing doggie daycare are all part of the daily routine. You must excel at communication and observation skills, as well as possess a keen eye for detail. Some weekend and holiday hours are required.
Essential Job Functions :
Responsible for the health and well-being of dogs in Daycare and Boarding; A keen eye toward dog body language is a plusResponsible for the sanitation of all accommodations and outdoor areas, bathing, and monitoring daycarePerforms body checks on to search for pre-existing conditions and / or injuriesFluent in Microsoft Office and well-versed in computer usageWilling / able to learn new computer programs easilyVery customer service-orientedAble to use down time effectivelyWorks closely with owner in charge to handle resort tasksHas the ability to perform the following tasks at the request of the General Manager / Owner : Run dogs from daycare or boarding to guests in the lobby; Personal playtimes for dogs; Takes dogs outside for elimination breaksQualifications :
Must complete K9 Resorts Certification Program for a Pet Care TechnicianCustomer service-orientedEducation and Experience :
High School diploma or equivalentPrevious experience is preferred but not requiredSome weekend and holiday hours are requiredTechnical skills :
Computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Windows.Proficient written and spoken communication skills.Ability to lift 50lbsPersonal Characteristics :
Must be able to communicate with all types of people, remain calm, mediate, and problem solve.Well-organized and efficientMust be of moral and ethical characterHigh level of emotional intelligenceAbility to multitaskStrong ability to adapt to change and support company directivesA Can-Do - It is my job attitudeOutgoing, positive, enthusiastic personalityMust demonstrate a love for dogs