Pet Hotel - Kennel Attendant I Bather I Receptionist I Animal Care Specialist Job at Kennel Club LAX, Los Angeles, CA

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  • Kennel Club LAX
  • Los Angeles, CA

Job Description

PLEASE NO PHONE CALLS.

We are a large, well-established dog and cat hotel since 1983, and are looking for pet-loving individuals to join our team! The successful candidate will share our commitment to providing the highest quality care to our overnight pets & Doggie Daycare guests, bathing and relocations. All potential candidates must be comfortable working with dogs & cats of all sizes and breeds, be flexible with their schedule and must be able to work weekends, and holidays. Flexibility is required- including evenings, weekends and Holidays. We are available to our clients 24/7, 365 days a year!

Kennel Attendant/ Animal Care Specialist:

Job Duties include but are not limited to: Feeding strict diets to dogs and cats, washing bedding and other laundry, washing dishes, walking dogs and safely monitoring playgroups, closely monitoring each animal's eating, potty and behavior habits, cleaning and sanitation of facility, exercising dogs of all sizes and breeds. Cattery attendants: clean cat condos, washing bedding and dishes, including litter boxes. Provide assigned activities for cats, or rabbits. Monitor health of pets in cattery.

Bather:

The Groomer is responsible for brushing and bathing pets (Cats and Dogs). Bathers must ensure that each pet leaves the grooming room clean, free of mats. Bathers are not required to provide haircuts. We provide exit baths for boarding, daycare, and some walk in baths.

Duties:

  • Maintenance of grooming equipment
  • Housekeeping and Maintenance of Kennel
  • Ability to assist in other areas of the Kennel
  • Ability to maintain logs

Receptionist:

Customer Service positions include - checking in and out clients, updating records, e-mailing clients, answering phone calls. Must have proficient computer skills, be able to multitask, and have some prior customer service skills. Able to help in other areas of the kennel.

  • Driving company vehicle to transport pet to and from airport

Cross training in other areas of the kennel is a plus.

Requirements

*ONLY APPLY IF YOU HAVE HAD PREVIOUS WORKING EXPERIENCE (MINIMUM OF 6 MONTHS) WITH EITHER A VETERINARY CLINIC, ANIMAL BOARDING FACILITY, OR ANIMAL SHELTER. APPLICATIONS WITH NO PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.*

Every potential candidate must also posses the following qualifications:

  • Excellent communication and client service skills- In person, via phone and written Must possess sound decision making skills and the ability to multi-task Properly handle pets, to ensure pets' safety and handlers' safety. Must enjoy keeping pets and kennels clean. Ability to work Independently and be a Team Player Be Extremely Dependable & On time Well groomed, organized and detail oriented. Ability to bend, stoop and stand for long periods of time. Ability to lift at least 50lbs. Ability to Multi-Task in a Fast Pace Environment

Must be comfortable working with Dogs & Cats

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Dependable attendance is required.

Must able to lift 50 pounds.

Must be able to work holidays & weekends

This position requires the ability to walk, bend, stand and reach constantly during a minimum 10 hour day.

Ability to maintain accurate records, prioritize task and understand written directions.

Ability to speak and hear sufficiently to understand, to communicate in person or over the telephone.

Can not be allergic to dogs/ cats/ rabbits

We have a *very strict* no drug policy.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

High School diploma or equivalent

At least 6 months work experience - Hands On with Animals

Benefits

BENEFITS offered for full time employees- Health Insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, 401 (k), paid sick + vacation time.

Starting at $18 an hour +

Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time, Work experience placement, Relocation, Flexible hours, Night shift, Afternoon shift,

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