What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pet Care Specialist position at K9 Dorms, LLC?
About us:
K9 Dorms, LLC is a small business in Altoona, WI that provides boarding and grooming services. We are a customer-centric, fast-paced environment with a goal to provide the best care for the animals staying with us. We are a Christian family owned and operated business with a passion for God's creatures just like you.
We are looking for an individual who enjoys working with animals to join our team as a Pet Care Specialist who can be available to cover AM shifts Monday-Friday and every other weekend.
In this role you will be responsible for ensuring the happiness and well-being of the dogs in our care. This includes feeding, playing, medicating, and exercising, as well as cleaning responsibilities and much more.
Schedule:
- Immediate need is Mon-Fri AM Shifts (typically 7 AM - 10 AM)
- Flexibility to work every other weekend as well
- Part Time position (20-30 hours per week)
- Available to also work on holidays
Responsibilities:
- Manage customer interaction with professionalism during specific drop off and pick up times
- Gathers Pet information, work with computer systems and maintains daily record keeping
- Maintain feeding schedules as directed and maintain animal cleanliness
- Bathe animals as needed and at times provide grooming assistance with bathing and drying
- Ability to understand and interpret pet behaviors, recognize aggression signs, and handle each animal with patience
- Cleaning/Sanitizing Kennels, laundry, outdoor cleaning, and deep facility cleaning
- Cleaning yards and keeping grounds clean
- Monitor animal behavior and record keeping
- Manage daily playtime, exercise, and pet routine
- Administer multiple types of medications such as pills, injections, etc. per specific instructions and times of day
- Be able to follow policies and procedures and maintain safety protocols
- Positive communicator, personable and adaptable to change
- Must be very organized and be detail orientated
- Be 17 years of age or older
- Be able to lift 40-50 lbs.
- Be able to operate in a loud environment filled with joy and excitement
- Be able to work on your feet for extended periods of time
- Maintain a positive attitude, work with great compassion, and have fun!
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $11.00 - $13.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 30 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
Shift:
- 4 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
Supplemental Pay:
- Bonus opportunities
- Tips
Work Days:
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Rotating weekends
Work Location: In person
Salary : $11 - $13