Pet Hotel - Overnight Kennel Attendant & Driver
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. 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 irregular hours (overnight), weekends, and holidays. Overnight hours are 6pm to 6am (overtime included) and daytime hours vary based on pet driving schedules. Flexibility is required- including nights, weekends and Holidays. We are available to our clients 24/7, 365 days a year!
Overnight Attendant hours - 6pm to 6am
Job Duties include, but are not limited to: Customer Service, - checking in and out clients, updating records, e-mailing clients, answering phone calls. Feeding strict diets to dogs and cats, washing bedding and other laundry, washing dishes, walking dogs, closely monitoring each animal's eating, behavior habits, cleaning and sanitation of facility, picking up or taking pets to LAX airport for their flights.
Driver Hours vary
- Must have proficient computer skills, be able to multitask, and have some prior customer service skills. Must be able to drive company van to take pets to and from the airport to check pets into cargo flights. Clean driving record.
*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. MUST HAVE A VALID DRIVERS LICENSE*
Requirements
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
Must have a valid driver license with no points to drive company van
Be comfortable checking pets in at cargo terminals
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Dependable attendance is required.
Must able to lift 50 pounds.
Must be able to work irregular hours (6pm - 6am). Overnight.
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
Must be able to drive company Van to pickup pets at Airport
Benefits
Pay: From $19.00 + Per Hour Depending on Experience
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance