Animal Care Technician - Best Friends Pet Hotel

Job DetailsLevel: EntryJob Location: Bethany, CT 06524Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: NoneSalary Range: $17.00 - $19.00 HourlyTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: AnyJob Category: General LaborOur Animal Care Technicians provide loving care for our pet guests while they stay and play in our pet hotel; focusing on safety, comfort, and cleanliness.

We are an Employee-owned and operated company that is expanding, which provides many growth opportunities within the company. We currently have over 80 locations in twenty-six states coast-to-coast and have been in business for 30 years.

If you are looking for a company in which you can learn and grow, our countrywide, well-established pet care facility may be the perfect place for you!

We offer:

Health, dental, vision, life insurance, STD/LTD, 401K with company matching

ESOP - Employee Stock Ownership Plan (100% company paid)

Paid vacation

Uniforms

Pet supply and service discounts and more!

Responsibilities:

Cleaning and maintenance of pet suites, condos, general boarding areas, and kitchen

Feeding and watering pet guests

Monitoring and charting every pet guest

Monitoring pet belongings

Laundering duties

Assisting other associates and performing other duties as needed

Qualifications & Job FunctionsSkills Required

Possess a love of animals

Displays a professional manner at all times

Ability to work evenings, weekends & holidays

Lift/carry 40 pounds or more

Able to stand/walk for eight hours a day

Able to work in a fast-paced environment

Able to work on a computer system

Able to handle dogs on leashes and work in an environment with exposure to disinfectant/sanitation chemicals, animal dander and excretions.

Essential Job Functions

Welcomes both human and pet guests

Can correctly identify animal body language/behavior

Follows safe handling procedures

Checking in and out of pet guests while providing excellent customer service

Escorts pets to and from their rooms

Can work both individually and as a team player while performing duties

Contributes in maintaining the cleanliness of the facility

Communication with management and other team members

Sanitizes/disinfects pet suites, condos & general boarding areas

Can correctly identify animal body language/behavior

Monitors and accurately charts consumption and elimination of every pet and reports any concerns to management

Provides individual care of all boarding guests

Feed and medicate according to instructions

Performs activities as scheduled

Required Education

High School Graduate or Equivalent

At least 1 year of professional animal experience

The compensation information below is provided in compliance with applicable state and local pay transparency laws. The anticipated compensation range for this position is $17.00 - $19.00 per hour. Actual compensation may vary based on factors including experience, qualifications, schedule availability, productivity, and business needs. Compensation may also include commissions, incentives, or tips, where applicable. Where required by law, employees will be compensated at least the applicable minimum wage for all hours worked.