Pet Care Associate - Daycare, Kennel & Customer Service Eastern Iowa Pet Resort Cedar Rapids, IA Job Details Full-time $12 - $15 an hour 3 hours ago Benefits Paid training On-the-job training Employee discount Flexible schedule Qualifications Attention to detail Dog handling Meal preparation Ability to follow instructions Pet care facility sanitization Full Job Description Eastern Iowa Pet Resort is looking for a dependable, hardworking, and positive team member to join us in a cross-trained Pet Care Attendant position. This position will work in several areas of the resort depending on the needs of the day, including dog daycare, boarding/kennel care, and some front desk/customer service.

Responsibilities may include:

Supervising and interacting with dogs in our daycare groups Caring for boarding dogs throughout their stay Feeding dogs and preparing meals Administering medications as directed Cleaning kennels, play areas, dishes, and other areas of the facility Letting dogs outside and monitoring their health and behavior Helping maintain a clean, safe, and organized environment Assisting customers with drop-offs, pick-ups, questions, and basic front desk duties Working with other team members to make sure all dogs receive proper care We are looking for someone who is: Dependable and consistently shows up for scheduled shifts Punctual and ready to work on time Hardworking and willing to stay busy Positive and able to work well with a team Comfortable working around dogs of different breeds, sizes, and personalities Able to follow instructions and pay close attention to details Willing to clean and handle the less glamorous parts of animal care Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment

Schedule:

This position will primarily involve split shifts. Typical hours may be 8:00 AM-11:00 AM and 1:00 PM-6:00 PM , although hours can vary depending on where you are scheduled. Some shifts may be 6:00 AM-11:00 AM and 1:00 PM-4:00 PM . Because our dogs depend on us every day, dependability, punctuality, and attendance are extremely important for this position. Previous experience working with dogs is helpful, but we are willing to train the right person who is dependable, hardworking, comfortable around dogs, and willing to learn.

Pay:

$12.00 - $15.00 per hour Expected hours: No more than 45.0 per week

Benefits:

Employee discount Flexible schedule On-the-job training Paid training Application Question(s): Are you available to work split shifts, such as 8:00 AM-11:00 AM and 1:00 PM-6:00 PM? Are you able to work shifts that may occasionally begin as early as 6:00 AM? This position involves significant cleaning, including kennels, dog waste, dishes, floors, and other pet-care areas. Are you comfortable performing these duties regularly? Are you comfortable working directly with dogs of all sizes, including large and high-energy dogs? This position involves rotating between dog daycare, boarding/kennel care, cleaning, and some customer service. Are you comfortable being cross-trained and working wherever you are needed that day? What interests you about working at a pet resort?

Work Location:

In person