Pet Care Assistant

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.  

Essential Job Functions:

• Fluent in Microsoft Office and well-versed in computer usage

• Willing/able to learn new computer programs easily

• Very customer service-oriented

• Able to use down time effectively

• Responsible for the health and well-being of dogs in Daycare and Boarding

• Works closely with owner in charge to handle resort tasks 

• Responsible for the sanitation of all accommodations and outdoor areas, bathing, and monitoring daycare

• Performs body checks on to search for pre-existing conditions and/or injuries

• Has the ability to perform the following tasks at the request of the General Manager/Owner

  • Run dogs from daycare or boarding to customers 

  • Personal playtimes for dogs 

  • Takes dogs outside for elimination breaks

Job Requirements:

• Must complete K9 Resorts Certification Program for a Pet Care Technician

• Customer service-oriented

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent 

• Previous experience is preferred but not required

• Some weekend and holiday hours are required

Technical Skills:

• Computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Windows.

• Proficient written and spoken communication skills.

• Ability to lift 50lbs

Personal Characteristics:

• Must be able to communicate with all types of people, remain calm, mediate and problem solve

• Must be of moral and ethical character

• High level of emotional intelligence

• Salesmanship personality and comfort 

• Ability to multitask

• Strong ability to adapt to change and support company directives

• A Can-Do - It is my job attitude

• Outgoing, positive, enthusiastic personality

• Must demonstrate a love for dogs

• Well-organized and efficient

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee assigned this classification.  They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.