Kennel Technician (Pet Pro)
Join Our Pet-Loving Team
Do you love working with dogs and cats? Want to be part of a trusted team that makes pets feel safe, loved, and at home?
We’re looking for a Full-Time Kennel Technician (internally called a Pet Pro) to join our team and care for our furry guests at their home away from home.
Who We Are
NVA Pet Resorts is part of National Veterinary Associates (NVA) — the largest private owner of veterinary hospitals and pet resorts in North America, with 1,300+ locations. We’re proud to be in an $8B+ industry that continues to grow as pet parents seek premium, trusted care for their furry family members.
At NVA Pet Resorts, our mission is simple: create safe, fun, and loving environments for pets while providing experiences for our clients and team members.
What You’ll Do
As a Pet Pro, you’ll be hands-on in both daycare and boarding, providing safe, loving care while keeping our resort clean and welcoming.
Your day may include:
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Walking dogs and supervising playgroups
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Feeding pets and administering medications
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Cleaning and sanitizing pet rooms and common areas
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Monitoring pet health, behavior, and interactions
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Documenting care notes and communicating with leadership
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Engaging pets in enrichment activities like fetch, walks, and basic obedience games
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Comforting shy guests and managing high-energy groups
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Laundry and general facility upkeep
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And yes — you’ll scoop poop, clean messes, o home with fur on your clothes, and probably get plenty of sloppy kisses.
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking someone who is:
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Passionate about dogs and cats
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Gentle, patient, and safety-focused
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Comfortable supervising multiple dogs at once
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Able to recognize and prevent conflicts in playgroups
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Detail-oriented with strong documentation habits
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Friendly and comfortable speaking with pet parents
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Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented
You must be able to:
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Stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 60 lbs
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Work indoors and outdoors in various temperatures
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Handle large and small dogs confidently
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Work weekends and holidays
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Be comfortable around pet messes and cleaning products
Work Schedule
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Full-Time
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Weekend availability required
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Monday–Friday shifts
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Holiday shifts required
Benefits & Perks
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Health, Dental & Vision
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Insurance for FT
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Paid Training
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Employee Pet Care Discounts
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Tips
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Career growth opportunities within NVA
Equal Opportunity Employer
NVA Pet Resorts is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace.
If you love animals, enjoy staying active, and want to work in a fast-paced, pet-focused environment — we’d love to meet you.
For over 28 years, 4 Paws Pet Resort has been providing top-notch resort services to the dogs and cats of the greater Mesa area. Pets can enjoy award-winning dog boarding, cat boarding, dog daycare and a doggie spa. The number one mission at 4 Paws Pet Resort is safety. We take it very seriously. From staff training, dog handling procedures, temperament testing, and providing a super clean environment, each of these areas are key components in supporting that mission. Our top-notch team of pet-loving staff are focused on improvement, working each and every day to learn something new and evolve with our wonderful pet guests and clients. Why join our team? 4 Paws Pet Resort allows animal lovers the chance to not only interact with animals, but also the ability to work in a field they feel good about – providing positive experiences to all breeds of dogs, cats and their pet parents. We do what we love, and love what we do!
Pay: Starting at $15.15 / hour
Pay:
Benefits:
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Health insurance
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Dental insurance
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Vision insurance
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Employee discount
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Paid training
Job Type: fulltime
Schedule:
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Weekend availability
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Monday to Friday
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Holidays
Education: No education required
Work location: On-site
