An Animal Care Worker or Manager manages animal care and grooming for a retail store that sells pets or for a pet grooming business. May also provide animal care and grooming at a kennel. Works with animals in shelters or rescue organizations. Works primarily with dogs and cats. Assists veterinarians with vaccinations or other procedures; screens people who want to adopt an animal from a shelter and provides information about caring for animals.
Employee discounts Flexible schedule Opportunity for advancement Training & development
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Dog Daycare Kennel Attendant Location:
Hounds Town Atlanta Smyrna Reports To:
Shift Supervisor Position Summary Hounds Town Atlanta Smyrna is seeking a dependable, energetic, and dog-loving Kennel Attendant to join our team. This position is responsible for providing exceptional care and supervision for dogs in our daycare, boarding, and grooming facility while maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment. The ideal candidate is reliable, physically active, and passionate about animal care and customer service. Key Responsibilities Supervise dogs during daycare playgroups and monitor behavior to ensure safe interactions. Feed, water, medicate (as directed), and care for boarding dogs. Clean and sanitize kennels, play areas, feeding areas, and common spaces throughout the day. Monitor dogs for signs of illness, injury, or stress and report concerns immediately. Safely separate dogs when necessary and follow playgroup protocols. Assist with check-in and check-out of daycare and boarding guests. Maintain accurate feeding, medication, and behavior records. Provide excellent customer service by interacting professionally with pet parents. Assist with laundry, dishes, waste disposal, and other housekeeping duties. Follow all company safety procedures and animal handling policies. Support team members and help ensure smooth daily operations. Qualifications Previous experience working with dogs is preferred but not required. Comfortable handling dogs of all breeds, sizes, and temperaments. Strong communication and teamwork skills. Reliable transportation and punctual attendance. Ability to remain calm in a fast-paced environment. Must be at least 18 years old. Physical Requirements Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 50 pounds. Comfortable working indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions. Ability to be active for extended periods throughout the shift. Comfortable around barking dogs, cleaning chemicals, and pet hair. Schedule Part-time positions available. Must be available to work weekends, holidays, and rotating shifts. Morning, afternoon, and evening shifts may be required. Preferred Qualities Passion for working with dogs. Positive attitude and strong work ethic. Attention to detail and cleanliness. Ability to multitask and prioritize responsibilities. Willingness to learn dog body language and safe handling techniques. Benefits (if applicable) Employee discounts on daycare, boarding, and grooming services. Paid training. Opportunities for advancement. Flexible scheduling. Supportive, team-oriented work environment. Hounds Town Atlanta Smyrna is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applicants who are passionate about providing exceptional care for dogs in a safe, fun, and clean environment.
