Boarding Kennel Technician

Horse Shoe Kennels is a well-respected dog and cat boarding facility in WNC. We take pride in maintaining a clean, efficient, and healthy environment for the animals in our care, and we value teamwork, dependability, and kindness above all else. Our small team works closely together — and everyone, including the owner, is hands-on. As Lead Technician, you'll work alongside our team and be trusted to help oversee day-to-day operations. This is a hands-on position requiring equal parts elbow grease, attention to detail, and calm decision-making.

Key responsibilities include:

Cleaning and maintaining kennel runs, play yards, front office, and grounds Bathing Dogs (0-6 per day) Feeding and medicating dogs and cats (including special diets and detailed schedules) Performing and documenting animal health and behavior checks (eating, elimination, energy level) Providing safe and appropriate enrichment for animals throughout the day Notifying the owner of medical or behavioral concerns, including emergency vet visits when needed Occasional evening closing duties , including securing all dog doors and performing final wellness checks Monitoring inventory (food, cleaning, laundry supplies, etc.) Helping to onboard and train kennel staff as needed Assisting with scheduling and covering shifts to ensure smooth operations Occasionally taking on "whatever needs doing" (yes, even pulling a weed or two)

What We're Looking For:

Prior kennel, vet tech, or animal care experience is highly preferred Leadership or supervisory experience is a plus, but not required Must be reliable, detail-oriented, and comfortable working independently Able to stay calm under pressure and make smart decisions when no one else is around Computer-literate and comfortable learning software/scheduling tools Physically able to lift 50+ lbs and work on your feet throughout the day Must be available for weekends and most holidays (with advance scheduling) Strong communication and judgment — both with people and animals Commute time is an important consideration — this role may occasionally require brief check-ins or short-notice visits to the kennel (sometimes as short as 30-60 minutes)

Compensation & Benefits:

Competitive hourly wage based on experience Quarterly profit-sharing bonus eligibility after onboarding and evaluation Paid time off for eligible positions Retirement plan (401k) available after eligibility period Discounted boarding for personal pets A healthy work environment where everyone pulls their weight and respects the work

To Apply:

Email admin@horseshoekennels.com with your resume or a brief job history, and a short note telling us why you're a great fit for this role. We'd love to meet you.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$45,000.00 - $56,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Application Question(s): How long would your commute be? (There will be times that you are only needed for 2 Hrs... a long commute would not make sense for this management position)

Work Location:

In person