Kennel Attendant

  • O'Brien Veterinary Group
  • Bolingbrook, Illinois
  • 1 day ago
  • Full Time

Job Summary


Employment Type
Full Time

Job Description


Kennel Attendant (Part-Time or Full-Time) Pay: $15.00–$17.00/hour Hours: 20–40 per week Location: Boughton Square Animal Clinic – Bolingbrook, IL

Boughton Square Animal Clinic is looking for a caring, dependable Kennel Attendant to join our team! This position involves caring for boarding pets and maintaining a clean, safe environment. Morning and evening shifts are available depending on scheduling needs.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Walk, feed, and care for dogs and cats of all sizes and temperaments

  • Provide one-on-one play sessions with pets (or with siblings together)

  • Clean kennels, litter boxes, play areas, and common spaces

  • Handle laundry, dishes, trash, and general upkeep

  • Follow safety and cleaning protocols; assist with tasks as needed

What We’re Looking For:

  • Animal care experience preferred, but not required

  • Comfortable handling pets of all sizes

  • Reliable, attentive, and able to follow detailed instructions

  • Team player with strong communication skills

  • Flexible to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays

Perks & Benefits:

  • Veterinary service discounts

  • Paid time off

  • Flexible scheduling

  • On-the-job training

  • Supportive, team-oriented work environment

Schedule Options:

  • 8–10 hour shifts

  • Day, evening, and weekend availability

Requirements:

  • Willingness to complete a background and drug screening

  • 1+ year of kennel experience preferred

  • Availability for day and/or evening shifts

Job ID: 476122830

Originally Posted on: 5/7/2025