Kennel Technician Position Available In Hamilton, Tennessee

Kennel Technician 2.4 2.4 out of 5 stars 5461 Hixson Pike, Hixson, TN 37343 General Summary of Job The Kennel Crew is responsible for the supervision, control and management of daycare pets and ensuring the safety of the playgroup. The Kennel Crew will also be assigned care of other animals boarding at the facility. Additionally, the Kennel Crew is responsible for the maintenance and cleaning of the playrooms, play yards, as well as other areas of the facility as assigned. The Kennel Crew works under the supervision of the kennel manager and reports to the kennel manager. Primary Duties Pet Management

• Interact with pets in playgroups using appropriate toys and tools to ensure safe levels of play and minimizing stress levels of all pets in playgroup. Maintain visual observation of pets at all times and spread attention and play among all pets in the playgroup.
• Control level of play by following pet management and control procedures and instructions provided by the kennel manager and trainer.
• Use proper pet handling techniques including use of kennel leads to transfer pets.
• Use proper pet introduction procedures.
• Use appropriate praise and pet redirection methods.
• Ensure you know all pets in the playgroup and can properly identify them. If not, request assistance from management. Use paper id collars to identify pets that are similar in appearance.
• Watch all new pets carefully and immediately consult with the Kennel Manager if you have concerns. For all pets in playgroup; report any unusual behavior, or eliminations and injuries to the Manager immediately.
• Review special needs lists on gingr and manage pets as instructed.
• Record all incidents in Gingr
• Ensure crew that relieve you for break or shift change know all pets in group, the special needs pet status and any unusual behaviors or concerns you have been managing during your shift. If the next shift crew is not available, update the Kennel Manager before leaving.
• Plan how pets will be put in enclosures for meals in accordance with procedure. Consult the kennel manager if you have concerns on being able to put all pets away properly in your playroom.
• Review information on the whiteboard in the hall and in the playroom before the start of shift and comply with instructions. Review the pet profile of any pet you do not know prior to starting shift.
• Complete pet incident reports timely when required. If you are not sure whether a report is required check with the Kennel Manager.
• Complete maintenance or repair reports as needed. Immediately report any out of stock items to the Floater or Kennel Manager. Boarding Pet Duties
• Maintain each pet’s room to ensure that the pet has water and the room is clean and dry.
• Ensure that the potty area and room areas are clean at the end of day. Floater and Cleaning Duties
• Complete floater duties as described in Floater Duties Checklist. Turn in completed checklist at end of shift. Advise management of any incomplete duties that will need attention from the overnight crew.
• Complete cleaning duties as assigned and indicate proper completion by signing the Monthly Cleaning Checklist.
• Maintenance potty areas in accordance with procedures.
• Report supplies needed to the Manager prior to running completely out of the item.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Complete “Knowing Dogs 101 & 201” training

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$14.00 per hour

Shift:

4 hour shift 8 hour shift

Work Days:

Weekends as needed Application Question(s): Do you have other pet care experience not included on your resume (please give examples)

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

Pet Resort:

1 year (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Hixson, TN 37343 (Required)

Work Location:

In person