Job Summary
Join our dynamic team as a Pet Care Technician and become a vital part of providing compassionate, professional care for animals. We're looking for a technician who can take the main role for the weekends. In this energetic role, you will ensure the well-being, safety, and comfort of pets by performing a variety of hands-on tasks. Your enthusiasm for animal care and customer service will help create a positive environment for pets and their owners alike. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your skills in veterinary assistance, animal handling, and pet grooming while making a meaningful difference in the lives of animals.
Duties
- Provide attentive pet care, including feeding, administering medications, and monitoring health status
- Handle animals safely using proper restraint techniques to ensure safety for pets and staff.
- Perform pet grooming tasks such as bathing, brushing, and trimming to maintain cleanliness and comfort.
- Provide smooth and seamless communication alongside other technicians.
- Engage in pet sitting services, ensuring pets are comfortable and cared for during their stay
- Maintain cleanliness of kennels, cages, and common areas while adhering to hygiene standards
- Interact positively with pet owners, providing updates on their pets’ health and behavior
- Assist with animal handling during intake, examinations, or procedures to ensure smooth operations
Qualifications
- Prior experience in veterinary assisting or animal care roles is highly desirable
- Knowledge of dog training techniques and dog handling skills
- Experience with pet grooming or pet sitting is a plus
- Strong animal handling and restraint skills to ensure safety for pets and staff
- Excellent customer service abilities to communicate effectively with pet owners
- Ability to perform heavy lifting when necessary for kennel cleaning or equipment setup
- Familiarity with veterinary procedures or veterinary technician experience such as being able to tell whenever a dog looks unwell is advantageous
- Willingness to learn new skills related to animal care and behavior management.
- Being bilingual and able to speak and understand Spanish is highly desirable.
Embark on a rewarding career where your passion for animals meets professional growth! We’re dedicated to supporting your development while ensuring every pet receives the highest quality of care. Join us today to make a positive impact in the lives of animals and their families!
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $12.00 - $15.00 per hour
Benefits:
Experience:
- Dog Care: 1 year (Preferred)
Language:
- Spanish (Preferred)
- English (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Dallas, TX 75287 (Required)
Work Location: In person
