Top 54 Pet Jobs in Columbia, Sc

Part-Time Kennel Assistant
PETSinc. The Humane Society of the Carolinas —West Columbia, SC
- $12 - $15 an hour
- Part-time
- Inventory control
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
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Kennel Worker
ANIMAL PROTECTION LEAGUE —Lexington, SC
- $10.00 - $10.50 an hour
- Part-time
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- In-person
- Reliable transportation
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Resort Associate - Columbia
Pet Paradise Resort —Columbia, SC
- $13.50 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Maintenance
- Entry level
- Resort
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Home-Style Dog Boarding & Mini Farm
Stoney Horse Acres LLC —West Columbia, SC
- $10 - $13 an hour
- Part-time
- In-person
- Outdoor work
- Entry level
- Flexible schedule
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Retail Sales Associate Full Time
PetSmart —Columbia, SC
- $13.00 - $19.50 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- Maintenance
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
Retail Sales Associate Part Time
PetSmart —Columbia, SC
- $13.00 - $19.50 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Maintenance
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
Yard Supervisor/Kennel Assistant
A Paw's Paradise, LLC —Columbia, SC
- Part-time
- Outdoor work
- Entry level
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Pet Bather - Columbia
Pet Paradise Resort —Columbia, SC
- $13.50 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Cleaning
- Communication skills
- Entry level
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Pet Bather
PetSmart —Columbia, SC
- $13.07 - $19.57 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Organizational skills
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
Customer Service Representative (Flexible Working Hours)
Destination Pet LLC —Columbia, SC
- From $11 an hour
- Part-time
- High school diploma or GED
- In-person
- Entry level
- 401(k)
- Flexible schedule
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Veterinary Assistant
Dutch Fork Animal Hospital —Irmo, SC
- $16 - $17 an hour
- Full-time
- Leadership
- Communication skills
- Entry level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Veterinary Assistant
Petco —Columbia, SC
- Full-time
- Surgery
- Computer skills
- Communication skills
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
ANIMAL SERVICES TECHNICIAN (VETERINARY TECHNICIAN)
City of Columbia, SC —Columbia, SC
- $33,710.00 - $42,137.50 a year
- Full-time
- Basic math
- High school diploma or GED
- Operating room
- Disability insurance
- Dental insurance
ANIMAL SERVICES TECHNICIAN
City of Columbia, SC —Columbia, SC
- $33,710.00 - $42,137.50 a year
- Full-time
- Basic math
- High school diploma or GED
- Data entry
- Disability insurance
- Dental insurance
Veterinary Assistant
Well Pets Veterinary Clinic and After Hours Urgent Care —Irmo, SC
- $16 - $22 an hour
- Full-time
- Communication skills
- Entry level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Veterinary Assistant
Creature Comforts Veterinary Hospital —Columbia, SC
- $16 - $20 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Vital signs
- Computer literacy
- Paid time off
- Employee discount
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Veterinary Assistant (Career Opportunity)
Destination Pet LLC —Columbia, SC
- $22 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- 401(k)
- Pet insurance
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Retail Store Manager
PetSmart —Columbia, SC
- $57,500 - $115,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
Mobile Veterinary Assistant/Vet Tech (Part-Time)
Pawmetto Lifeline —Columbia, SC
- $14 - $17 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Sales
- Clinic experience
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
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11d
Professional Dog Bather
Dalespets —Columbia, SC
- $9.50 - $10.00 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- In-person
- Communication skills
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Part-Time Kennel Assistant

PETSinc. The Humane Society of the Carolinas -
West Columbia, SC

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Job Details

Part-time
$12 - $15 an hour
9 days ago

Benefits

Employee discount
Flexible schedule

Qualifications

Companion animal handling
Inventory control
Veterinary clinic experience
High school diploma or GED
Attention to detail
Manual handling
Clean workspace maintenance

Full Job Description

JDepartment: Animal Care
Reports To: Shelter Manager
Employment Type: Part-Time

Position Summary

The Part-Time Kennel Technician is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and humane environment for all animals housed at PETSinc. This position supports daily shelter operations by providing compassionate animal care, sanitation, feeding, and monitoring of animal health and behavior. The technician also assists veterinary staff and ensures the facility remains organized and sanitary.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Provide daily care for dogs, cats, and other shelter animals including feeding, watering, and monitoring health and behavior.
Clean and sanitize kennels, cages, runs, litter boxes, food bowls, and facility areas according to shelter protocols.
Ensure animals have clean bedding, fresh water, and proper enrichment.
Assist with animal handling and restraint during veterinary exams, treatments, grooming, and intake procedures.
Observe animals for signs of illness, injury, stress, or behavioral concerns and report findings to veterinary staff.
Maintain proper sanitation and disease control procedures throughout the facility.
Walk dogs and provide appropriate exercise and enrichment activities.
Assist with laundry, dishes, waste disposal, and general facility cleanliness.
Support intake and discharge procedures for animals entering or leaving the shelter.
Maintain accurate records of feeding, treatments, medications, and observations.
Provide courteous interaction with volunteers, staff, and visitors when appropriate.
Follow all animal safety and workplace safety protocols.

Additional Responsibilities

Assist veterinary technicians during procedures when needed.
Help maintain inventory of cleaning and animal care supplies.
Participate in periodic deep cleaning of kennel areas and equipment.
Assist with basic grooming such as brushing, bathing, and nail trimming when required.

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Ability to safely handle animals of varying sizes and temperaments.
Ability to work in a fast-paced animal care environment.
Strong attention to sanitation and detail.
Ability to lift 40–50 pounds and stand for extended periods.
Ability to work weekends, holidays, and flexible shifts.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous animal care, kennel, veterinary clinic, or shelter experience.
Knowledge of animal behavior and handling techniques.
Experience with cleaning protocols in veterinary or animal facilities.

Physical Requirements

Frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting, and cleaning.
Exposure to animal noise, cleaning chemicals, and animal allergens.
Ability to safely handle animals that may be stressed or frightened.

Work Environment

This position works primarily in kennel and shelter environments where animals may be barking, meowing, or exhibiting stress-related behaviors. Proper safety procedures and sanitation protocols must be followed at all times.

PETSinc Core Values

Employees are expected to demonstrate:

Compassion for animals
Respect for coworkers and the public
Commitment to animal welfare
Professionalism and accountability

Pay: $12.00 - $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount
Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person

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