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A Closer Bond Dog Training Center

Pet Care Technician (1 yr exp req)

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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.

$29,825 / year median in Illinois

+14% projected growth

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Job Description

Part Time Pet Care Technician Full Time Pet Care Technician Love dogs? Looking for a rewarding career with opportunities for advancement? Then you'll love this job! A Closer Bond, Palatine's most trusted pet care business, has an immediate opening for part-time Pet Care Technicians . We're seeking animal-savvy individuals with experience in doggie daycare group play and or kennel setting, interested in helping care for the animals entrusted to us. If you LOVE dogs and caring for them, this is your role! We're an award-winning, family-owned business and have been providing superior pet care since 1994. We provide high-quality services including full-service pet lodging, fun doggie daycare, professional dog training, and grooming sevices. Does This Sound Like You? You love dogs and would enjoy providing loving care for them You are reliable and have reliable transportation Take pride in producing high-quality work You're driven and committed, giving excellent care to each dog You're cooperative, helpful, and careful while capable of working independently You enjoy working in a collaborative, fast-paced team environment Requirements Previous experience in pet care is a must Knowledge of dog handling techniques and ability to read body language Ability to lift heavy objects (up to 50 lbs) as some pets may require assistance Ability to communicate effectively Flexibility in working hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays High level of responsibility and reliability in ensuring the safety and well-being of pets under your care
The Perks of Joining Our Team:
Competitive compensation Employee discounts - Bring your dog to work! Paid time off Professional development assistance Growth and advancement opportunities Work in one of the most fun and rewarding industries!

Submit your resume. We look forward to the possibility of you joining our team! Candidates who are successful in this position may have previous experience as a pet care technician, kennel technician, animal care attendant, dog walker, pet care assistant, or pet sitter.
Job Type:
Part-time and Full-time Salary:
$16.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
Health Insurance Employee discounts Friends and Family Discounts Paid time off Professional development assistance Work setting:
In-person Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time Pay:
$16.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance On-the-job training Opportunities for advancement Paid time off Paid training Professional development assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Application Question(s): Are you available to work weekends and Holidays?
Experience:
Kennel or Doggie Daycare:
1 year (Required) Ability to
Commute:
Palatine, IL 60067 (Required)
Work Location:
In person