This position pays $15.00 per hour, and after your first 30 days, you'll be eligible to participate in our generous tip pool. If you're passionate about animal care and enjoy staying active while making a positive impact on every dog's day, we'd love to meet you!

ABOUT US

We are a locally owned business dedicated to treating our clients' pets like one of our own! Our amazing team always makes sure all the pups in our care are safe, comfortable, and happy. We proudly provide boarding, doggy day camp, and grooming services as well as the area's only dedicated doggie swim center. We pride ourselves on getting to know every dog that comes to visit us, ensuring they always have the best experience possible!

Our amazing employees are the key to our growing success. That is why we provide them with a team-oriented work environment, flexible scheduling, and excellent benefits and perks. We're looking for new talented individuals to add to our team. Please, join us!

YOUR SCHEDULE

This is a part-time position. Candidates must have open availability during the week and be available to work weekends and holidays. Because our boarding and daycare guests rely on us every day of the year, we're looking for someone who is dependable, flexible, and ready to help wherever needed.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

As a Dog Kennel Attendant, you'll help provide a safe, clean, and enjoyable experience for every dog in our care. No two days are exactly alike, but your responsibilities will include:

• Greeting each day by checking on the health, comfort, and well-being of every canine guest
• Cleaning and sanitizing kennels, play yards, and common areas to maintain a safe environment
• Supervising group play and encouraging safe, positive interactions between dogs
• Providing fresh water and monitoring each dog's behavior throughout the day
• Giving additional care and attention to senior dogs and pets with special needs
• Working closely with your teammates to ensure every dog receives exceptional care from arrival to departure

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

We're looking for someone who genuinely enjoys working with dogs and takes pride in providing outstanding animal care.

To be considered, you'll need:

• At least 1 year of experience working as a kennel attendant, kennel technician, dog daycare attendant, or in another animal care role
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Strong understanding of dog behavior, body language, and breed characteristics
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, physically active environment
• Availability to work weekends, holidays, and maintain open weekday availability

READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

If you're ready to turn your kennel experience into a rewarding opportunity with a team that truly loves dogs, we'd love to hear from you.

Complete our quick, mobile-friendly, 3-minute application today and start your next adventure with Barkside Lodge!