Kennel Assistant

We are seeking permanent and seasonal full-time and part-time Dog Handlers/ Kennel Attendants to join our team You will be responsible for the overall care and well-being of the animals at our facility, along with their exercise, training, feeding and general facility cleaning.

Shifts are 7 am to 3 pm or 1 pm to close. WEEKEND AVAILABILITY IS PREFERRED.

Part-time weekday evening shifts from 3 pm or 4 pm to close are also available.

All staff members must have a reliable method of transportation as public transit is not available in our area.

**Responsibilities**:

- Exercising the dogs both mentally and physically, including structured daily walks, group/pack activities, treadmill sessions, basic grooming, obedience, and individual attention.
- Confidently walking dogs on leash using a variety of training tools.
- Supervising dogs using a variety of training tools.
- Feeding and administering oral and topical medications as per owner instructions.
- Maintaining client relations through detailed and friendly check ins/outs.
- Documentation of daily staff notes and client charts.
- Taking daily pictures of the dogs and uploading them to our private staff page.
- Cleaning of the facilities, kennel units and exercise areas.

Qualifications:

- Previous professional experience in animal care
- Passion for animal care and a desire to learn new dog care and training skills
- Ability to confidently supervise dogs of all breeds, temperaments, ages and sizes
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
- Ability to perform all job duties to a high standard in a safe and responsible manner
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Ability to be on one's feet and walking for several hours in a day
- Ability to lift dogs and items of up to 50 lbs

**Salary**: Commensurate with experience

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Seasonal

Pay: $17.20-$18.50 per hour

**Benefits**:

- On-site parking

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Every Weekend
- Holidays
- Weekends as needed

Application question(s):

- Are you looking for part-time or full-time work?
- Which days of the week and what times of the day are you available?
- What kind of animal handling experience do you have?

Work Location: In person