Kennel Attendant

**Job Summary**
We are seeking a dedicated Kennel Assistant to join our team. The Kennel Assistant will play a vital role in providing care and support to the animals in our facility.

**Responsibilities**:

- Feed, water, and monitor the well-being of animals
- Clean kennels, cages, and animal living areas
- Complete animal intakes as required
- Walk dogs and provide exercise and socialization
- Administer medications as directed by veterinary staff
- Assist with grooming and bathing of animals
- Provide basic first aid when necessary
- Interact with potential adopters, pet owners, the public and provide excellent customer service
- Collect payments and donations as required entering the transactions into shelterluv
- Organize stock and community donations
- Perform other cleaning and duties as assigned by Supervisiors

**Experience**:

- Previous experience working with animals is preferred but not required
- Ability to handle heavy lifting and physical demands of the job up to 75 lbs
- Able to walk and stand for extended periods of time
- Strong customer service skills
- Knowledge of basic animal care practices
- Comfortable working with all types of animals including ones that are distressed, scared, or injured

Joining our team as a Kennel Assistant offers a rewarding opportunity to work closely with animals and contribute to their well-being.

**Job Type**: Part-time

Pay: From $14.00 per hour

Expected hours: 12 - 24 per week

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- On-site parking
- Paid time off

Schedule:

- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- Weekends as needed

Application question(s):

- Are you legally able to work in Canada?
- Are there any days/nights/weekends you are unavailable to work?

Licence/Certification:

- Class 5 Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2024-09-03