Kennel Attendant

**Kennel Attendant - Snowy Owl Sled Dog Tours**:

- Full-Time | 4 Days On, 3 Days Off | Canmore, Alberta_
- Staff accommodation is NOT available_

**About Us**
Established in 1983, Snowy Owl Sled Dog Tours is the founder and premier dog sled touring company in the Bow Valley. As a family-owned and operated company, we are passionate about humane and ethical dog sledding and dedicated to the highest standard of care for our 180 husky heroes.

We are seeking a **highly motivated, detail-oriented, and hard-working** Kennel Attendant to join our team. This is a physically demanding, outdoor-based role where you will help oversee all aspects of daily kennel operations and ensure the safety, health, and enrichment of our dogs.
- Loves dogs and has breed knowledge (sled dog experience is an asset)
- Enthusiastic, dependable, and positive
- Physically fit and energetic, with a love for the outdoors
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
- Comfortable working in all weather conditions
- Committed to high cleanliness and sanitation standards
- Experience with multiple dogs (beyond personal ownership) preferred
- Prior kennel management or veterinary experience is an asset

**Key Responsibilities**
- Provide daily love, care, feeding, and enrichment for sled dogs
- Maintain daily cleaning and sanitation routines
- Monitor dog health and administer medications as needed
- Ensure safety standards, procedures, and protocols are always met
- Maintain kennel supplies inventory
- Communicate clearly and professionally with staff
- Use and maintain building equipment, supplies, and dog gear properly
- Assist with special projects, events, and promotions as required
- Set a positive example for co-workers with professionalism and punctuality

**Job Requirements**
- Legally able to work in Canada
- Current First Aid & CPR certification
- Must be active, energetic, and outdoor-loving with the highest standards in dog care

**Compensation & Schedule**
- **Wage**: $18.00-$19.00/hour (based on experience)
- **Additional Pay**: Bonus pay, overtime pay
- **Schedule**: 10-hour shifts, 4 days on / 3 days off, weekends & holidays required
- Work Location: In person, Canmore, AB

If you are passionate about sled dogs, thrive in a hands-on, outdoor environment, and want to be part of a dedicated and passionate team, we’d love to hear from you

Pay: $18.00-$19.00 per hour

Work Location: In person