Part-Time Kennel Attendent

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About us

Join an exciting and growing company in Petaluma dedicated to dogs and owners alike! Dairydell Canine is Petaluma's premier dog boarding and training facility, known for its specialty in helping women with the family dog.

We are seeking animal-savvy individuals, interested in helping care for the canines entrusted to us. The right applicant must be a team-player, familiar with animal behavior, hard-working and strong, not afraid to get dirty, comfortable relating to clients and most importantly, possess a naturally positive outlook and attitude.

Work hours for this position typically range between 15 to 30 hours per week, though actual hours may fluctuate based on seasonal demand, boarding volume, and company requirements.

• 15-30 hours per week planned dependent on your availability and amount of activity in the kennel/ training department.
• Positive and Fun Team Environment
• Working with dogs!
• Opportunity to teach classes and conduct one on one training sessions with our clients

The right applicant must be a team-player, hard-working, reliable, customer service experience a plus and most importantly, possess a naturally positive attitude and a commitment to creating the very best “client experience” available!

ANIMAL EXPERIENCE REQUIRED (dogs, horses or livestock).

MUST BE ABLE TO WORK SATURDAY

Kennel Attendant Duties Include:

- Feeding and medicating dogs

- Providing a safe environment for dogs to interact with each other and our staff

- Monitoring any "Special Needs" dogs, who may be older or medically fragile

- Providing friendly and professional customer service

- Maintaining our high standards of cleanliness inside and outside of our facility (this includes poop scooping and other chores!)

- Maneuver and move kennel equipment around as needed

Additional Position Information:

- 15-30 hours per week planned dependent on your availability: Part-time - some split shifts AM and PM may apply

- Flexible Scheduling

- Picking up additional voluntary coverage shifts may be possible

- Compensation: Starting $18.00-20.00/hour Dependent on Experience

- Commission available when training

- Room to grow and advance within the company

-Company provided vision & dental insurance (after waiting period)

Required Experience/Qualifications:

- Previous animal experience (whether personal or professional)

- Ability to take direction and work independently as well as part of a team.

- Ability to make quick, independent, critical decisions and act on them accordingly when necessary

- Excellent communication skills, respectful and friendly to all, always; professional disposition and appearance

- Valid Driver's license, reliable transportation and clean driving record

Physical Requirements:

- Able to stand/walk all day, lift and maneuver 50 lbs safely, safely physically withstand potentially large strong dogs pushing, pulling, or jumping up, and work outside in varying temperatures and conditions.

Are you qualified and interested in joining our team? Please submit your resume! We look forward to hearing from you!

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• On-the-job training
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Saturdays are required for this position. Does that work for you?
• Are you looking for something long term?

Ability to Commute:

• Petaluma, CA 94954 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Petaluma, CA 94954: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person