Find & Apply For Animal Care Worker / Manager Jobs in Island Lake, Illinois

Job Overview Join our dynamic pet care team as a Kennel Technician and Doggie Daycare Attendant! In this energetic role, you will be the frontline champion of animal well-being, providing exceptional care, handling, and enrichment for our furry guests. Your enthusiasm and dedication will ensure a safe, clean, and joyful environment where pets feel comfortable and loved. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to work closely with animals while developing valuable skills in animal care, handling, and customer service. Duties Provide attentive care to dogs and other pets housed in kennels or participating in daycare activities, ensuring their safety and comfort at all times Assist with pet feeding, medication administration, and daily health monitoring to promote overall well-being Handle animals using gentle restraint techniques and proper handling skills to prevent stress or injury during grooming or medical procedures Maintain cleanliness of kennels, play areas, and common spaces through thorough sanitization and organization to uphold health standards Engage pets in enrichment activities, playtime, and basic training exercises such as dog training techniques to promote mental stimulation Support pet boarding operations by managing check-ins, check-outs, and providing excellent customer service to pet owners Assist with outdoor work such as walking dogs, cleaning outdoor play yards, and ensuring secure fencing for outdoor safety Requirements Prior experience working with animals in veterinary clinics, pet sitting, or kennel environments is highly preferred Knowledge of veterinary assistant or veterinary technician practices is a plus Strong animal handling skills with an understanding of animal behavior and restraint techniques Ability to perform heavy lifting safely when moving supplies or assisting with large dogs during cleaning or outdoor activities Excellent customer service skills to communicate effectively with pet owners and team members Experience with pet grooming, pet care facility sanitization, and animal behavior management is desirable Willingness to work outdoors in various weather conditions and perform physical tasks such as team lifting or outdoor work activities Join us if you're passionate about animals and eager to make a positive impact on pets' lives! We value energetic individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment dedicated to animal welfare. This paid role offers the chance to grow your skills while ensuring every pet receives the love and care they deserve.

Pay:

$15.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Paid time off

Work Location:

In person