Pet Care Technician

K9 Resorts of Brookfield

Pet Care Technician

Brookfield, WI
Part Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Title: ­Pet Care Technician

    Reports to: General Manager

    Pet Care Technicians are responsible for delivering on our core promises, cleanliness and compassionate care. This position spends the most time directly in contact with our furry friends. Someone in this position not only must love dogs, they must also be willing to "get down and dirty". Cleaning accommodations, giving dog baths and managing doggie daycare are all part of the daily routine. You must excel at communication and observation skills, as well as possess a keen eye for detail.

    Essential Job Functions:

    ● Very customer service-oriented

    ● Able to use down time effectively

    ● Responsible for the health and well-being of dogs in Daycare and Boarding

    ● Works closely with owner in charge to handle resort tasks

    ● Responsible for the sanitation of all accommodations and outdoor areas, bathing, and monitoring daycare

    ● Performs body checks on to search for pre-existing conditions and/or injuries

    ● Has the ability to perform the following tasks at the request of the General Manager/Owner

    ○ Run dogs from daycare or boarding to customers

    ○ Personal playtimes for dogs

    ○ Takes dogs outside for elimination breaks

    ● Fluent in Microsoft Office and well-versed in computer usage

    ● Willing/able to learn new computer programs easily

    Job Requirements:

    · Must complete K9 Resorts Certification Program for a Pet Care Technician

    · Customer service-oriented

    QUALIFICATIONS:

    Education and Experience:

    High School diploma or equivalent

    Previous experience is preferred but not required

    Some weekend and holiday hours are required

    Technical Skills:

    Computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Windows.

    Proficient written and spoken communication skills.

    Ability to lift 50lbs

    Personal Characteristics:

    Must be able to communicate with all types of people, remain calm, mediate and problem solve

    Must be of moral and ethical character

    High level of emotional intelligence

    Salesmanship personality and comfort

    Ability to multitask

    Strong ability to adapt to change and support company directives

    A Can-Do - It is my job attitude

    Outgoing, positive, enthusiastic personality

    Must demonstrate a love for dogs

    Well-organized and efficient

    The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee assigned this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

    Job Types: Part-time

    Salary: $13.00 - $14.00 per hour

    Expected hours: 10 – 25 per week

    Benefits:

    Employee discount

    Flexible schedule

    Day range:

    Holidays

    Monday to Friday

    Weekends as needed

    Weekends only

    Shift:

    10 hour shift

    4 hour shift

    8 hour shift

    Day shift

    Evening shift

    Supplemental pay types:

    Bonus opportunities

    Work Location: In person