Animal Care Attendant
Vero Beach, FL Vero Beach, FL Full-time Full-time From $15 an hour From $15 an hour 7 days ago 7 days ago 7 days ago We are looking for an Animal Care Attendant to Join Our Pack at Pawprints of Vero Beach with Destination Pet! This is a high energy place looking for high energy people to join our team! You will be working hands on with dogs, cats, and exotic pets.
This job involves safety of animals in our care, cleanliness of the facility, and having fun while paying attention to detail.
Why is working here different? It's fun! Health care benefits are available, including medical, vision, and dental Paid time off is available for both full time AND part time employees! Great pet care discounts! Education regarding animal behavior and health Avenues for growth are available.
All you have to do is want it! Core
Responsibilities:
Supports Mission, Vision and Values of Destination Pet.
Sanitizes/disinfects pet enclosures and general boarding areas.
Provides clean bedding and fresh water to each pet guest.
Makes sure that each pet receives the correct type and quantity of food for each meal.
Ensures pets have clean water at all times.
Monitors and accurately charts consumption and elimination of each and every pet guest; brings problems to the General Manager or Assistant Manager.
Visually checks pet guests for safety and well-being throughout the day.
Cleans up pet excrement as needed.
Checks and picks up excrement from enclosures as needed throughout the day.
Monitors pet belongings; cleans belongings as needed Maintains and cleans food preparation areas.
Performs daily laundering of pet bedding and towels.
Reports items in low supply to supervisor.
Follows procedures for the safe handling of all pets.
Reports needed repairs to supervisor.
Ensures appropriate feedback for owners for each guest's stay.
Completes all required training and attends training sessions as needed/assigned.
Treats customers, guests and co-workers in a professional, courteous manner; greets all customers encountered while performing work duties.
Assists other associates as needed.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Including monitoring large groups of dogs in our play yards.
REQUIREMENTS:
A great attitude! MUST LOVE PETS- We have a lot of them, including exotic animals! Reliability & Teamwork Attention to detail Flexible availability (weekends and holidays) Expertise &
Experience:
Must be a pet fanatic - pets are part of our family! Professional animal care/kennel experience preferred but not required Physical:
Must frequently lift 40 pounds.
Must be able to be on feet eight hours per day.
Must be able to stand, walk and climb stairs frequently.
Must be able to handle dogs on leashes.
Must be able to work in an environment with exposure to disinfectant/sanitation chemicals, animal dander, excretions, and outdoor weather.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay Rate:
$15.
00 hourly Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
From $15.
00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance Schedule:
Day shift Holidays Monday to Friday Weekends as needed
Experience:
Kennel/Pet care:
1 year (Preferred) Work Location:
In person.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
This job involves safety of animals in our care, cleanliness of the facility, and having fun while paying attention to detail.
Why is working here different? It's fun! Health care benefits are available, including medical, vision, and dental Paid time off is available for both full time AND part time employees! Great pet care discounts! Education regarding animal behavior and health Avenues for growth are available.
All you have to do is want it! Core
Responsibilities:
Supports Mission, Vision and Values of Destination Pet.
Sanitizes/disinfects pet enclosures and general boarding areas.
Provides clean bedding and fresh water to each pet guest.
Makes sure that each pet receives the correct type and quantity of food for each meal.
Ensures pets have clean water at all times.
Monitors and accurately charts consumption and elimination of each and every pet guest; brings problems to the General Manager or Assistant Manager.
Visually checks pet guests for safety and well-being throughout the day.
Cleans up pet excrement as needed.
Checks and picks up excrement from enclosures as needed throughout the day.
Monitors pet belongings; cleans belongings as needed Maintains and cleans food preparation areas.
Performs daily laundering of pet bedding and towels.
Reports items in low supply to supervisor.
Follows procedures for the safe handling of all pets.
Reports needed repairs to supervisor.
Ensures appropriate feedback for owners for each guest's stay.
Completes all required training and attends training sessions as needed/assigned.
Treats customers, guests and co-workers in a professional, courteous manner; greets all customers encountered while performing work duties.
Assists other associates as needed.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Including monitoring large groups of dogs in our play yards.
REQUIREMENTS:
A great attitude! MUST LOVE PETS- We have a lot of them, including exotic animals! Reliability & Teamwork Attention to detail Flexible availability (weekends and holidays) Expertise &
Experience:
Must be a pet fanatic - pets are part of our family! Professional animal care/kennel experience preferred but not required Physical:
Must frequently lift 40 pounds.
Must be able to be on feet eight hours per day.
Must be able to stand, walk and climb stairs frequently.
Must be able to handle dogs on leashes.
Must be able to work in an environment with exposure to disinfectant/sanitation chemicals, animal dander, excretions, and outdoor weather.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay Rate:
$15.
00 hourly Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
From $15.
00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance Schedule:
Day shift Holidays Monday to Friday Weekends as needed
Experience:
Kennel/Pet care:
1 year (Preferred) Work Location:
In person.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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