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Pet Care Specialist / Pet Care Customer Service
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What they do
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.
$32,426 / year median in Virginia
+11% projected growth
Job Description
Pet Care Specialist / Pet Care Customer Service Port Rover
- 5.0 Portsmouth, VA Job Details Part-time | Full-time $15
- $18 an hour 14 hours ago Benefits Paid training Health insurance On-the-job training Employee discount Opportunities for advancement Flexible schedule Qualifications Companion animal handling Customer communication Animal enclosure cleaning Attention to detail Dog handling Ability to follow instructions Full Job Description Pet Care Specialist
- Join the Port Rover Team Port Rover is growing, and we're looking for dependable, hardworking animal lovers to join our team in Portsmouth! We are currently especially interested in candidates who would be a strong fit for: AM Boarder Care
- caring for our overnight guests, feeding, cleaning, potty breaks, medication support, and helping dogs start their day safely and comfortably. Customer Service
- welcoming clients, answering phones and messages, checking pets in and out, managing reservations, and helping keep our front desk organized and running smoothly.
Experience working with dogs or in a pet care environment is preferred, but not required . We are happy to train the right person. Reliability, attention to detail, willingness to learn, and a positive attitude are extremely important to us. Our Pet Care Specialists may assist with: Feeding and caring for boarding dogs Cleaning and maintaining kennels and pet care areas Safe handling of dogs of different sizes and temperaments Potty breaks and enrichment activities Checking pets in and out Communicating with pet parents Answering phones, texts, and reservation questions Maintaining accurate pet and client information Working closely with other team members to keep the day running smoothly You may be a great fit if you: Truly enjoy working with both animals and people Are dependable and punctual Can stay organized in a busy environment Are comfortable being on your feet and physically active Can follow detailed instructions and safety procedures Are willing to clean—pet care involves plenty of it! Can work independently while still being part of a team Have strong communication and customer service skills Pet care experience is a plus, but personality, work ethic, and reliability matter just as much. If you're looking for a hands-on job where every day is different and you get to make a real difference for pets and their families, we'd love to hear from you.
Location:
Port Rover
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Portsmouth, VA Position:
Pet Care Specialist Experience:
Preferred but not required
Availability:
Multiple Shifts Available Because pet care is a 365-day-a-year business, some weekend and holiday availability is required. Weekend and holiday shifts are shared among the team and scheduled based on staffing needs.
Pay:
$15.00
- $18.00 per hour Expected hours: 20.0
- 40.
0 per week
Benefits:
Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance On-the-job training Opportunities for advancement Paid training People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Ability to
Commute:
Portsmouth, VA 23703 (Required)
Work Location:
In person
Benefits
- Professional Development
- Flexible Work Schedules
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance