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Full-Time Kennel Technician & Daycare Attendant
SUTTON'S SOUTHERN PET RETREAT —West Columbia, SC
- $10 - $14 an hour
- Overtime
- 18 years or older
- Computer literacy
- Basic math
- Paid training
- On-the-job training
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Kennel Attendant
Southern Pines Pet Lodge —Columbia, SC
- $11.25 an hour
- Part-time
- Organizational skills
- Entry level
- Time management
- Employee discount
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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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A Paw's Paradise, LLC —Columbia, SC
- Part-time
- Outdoor work
- Entry level
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Experienced Kennel Care Coordinator
Blythewood Animal Hospital —Blythewood, SC
- $10 - $14 an hour
- Part-time
- Heavy lifting
- Customer service
- In-person
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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Full-Time Kennel Technician & Daycare Attendant

SUTTON'S SOUTHERN PET RETREAT -
West Columbia, SC

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Job Details

Full-time
$10 - $14 an hour

Benefits

Paid training
On-the-job training
Employee discount
Opportunities for advancement

Qualifications

Pet care
Companion animal handling
Pet muzzling
Phone communication
Pet care laundry
Basic math
In-person customer service
Animal behavior
Moving
Driver's License
Dog handling
Dog walking
Cleaning
Communication with pet owners
Phone etiquette
Animal training
Safety standard operating procedures
Pet oral medication administration
Pet watering
Time management

Full Job Description

Sutton’s Southern Pet Retreat (SSPR) is looking to hire a Kennel Technician &/or Daycare Attendant who has full-time availability (average 30–40 hours weekly depending on the season, occasional overtime) any day of the week. Experience required. Working 2-3 full weekends per month, including Sundays and some holidays, is required for this position; more weekends and additional shifts may be possible if desired.

Kennel Technicians are responsible for the day-to-day quality care of pets within the facility (for clients, staff, rescue & sometimes owners). This job includes feeding, watering, cleaning, walking, medicating, & monitoring the well-being of pets under our care. This position may also include care & exercise of dogs attending doggie daycare. Applicant should be physically able to handle large dogs; must be willing and able to work with all domestic species (dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, birds, reptiles, etc.) at any facility as needed to meet the needs of the business (West Columbia, Irmo & Lexington, SC). West Columbia is the primary focus for this position.

REQUIREMENTS

· Experience in a fast-paced environment, schedule availability & transportation are required

· Reliable mobile phone with HomeBase® app & text capabilities helpful for safety on the job & communication between team members

· Minimum age requirement is 18 years old, ability to work full time, holidays, any day of the week including weekends, mornings, afternoons, & a variety of schedules from one week to the next

· Shifts run 7:30am – about 12pm (or 2pm if half day), 2pm – about 6pm, 6pm – about 9pm (until job is completed)

· Good physical, mental & emotional strength, dexterity, mobility, weather tolerance, noise tolerance, & stamina to lift &/or move heavy pets, pet supplies & objects routinely

· Confidence & skills to administer medications helpful (oral, injectable, otic, ophthalmic, etc.), insulin, bathe pets, express anal glands, clean ears, & administer wound care - not required, can be taught by owners (former vet techs)

· Positive & professional attitude, dedicated & hard worker, strong work ethic & attention to details, good communication skills, excellent customer service skills and phone etiquette

· Ability to work well in a team environment & independently, multi-task, in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a patient & professional demeanor, excellent time management, punctuality & attendance reliability

· Ability & willingness to learn new skills, follow instructions, eagerness to provide education to clients when needed, basic understanding of veterinary care needed for pets helpful, but not required (vaccines, dewormers, nutrition, parasite prevention, etc.)

· Able to provide gentle, loving & compassionate care for pets, follow safety protocols and common sense, good understanding of pet behaviors, & training styles (clients utilize many types)

· Time-off requests must be submitted 2 weeks or more in advance via HomeBase®, employee is expected to work scheduled shifts or find coverage via HomeBase® (shift-trade) if needed, doctor’s work excuse required for absenteeism due to illness

· Comfortable enough to work at night, independently, & responsible enough to secure the facility prior to leaving for the evening

REPORTS TO

Owners, Facilities Manager, Assistant Facility Managers, Assistant Managers

PAY & BENEFITS

$10.00-$14.00/hour, tip-sharing, bonuses (discretionary); based on experience; positive 6-month review required for permanent position. Permanent full-time position receives discounted grooming and boarding services. Company t-shirts provided once training is successfully completed. Standard SC & Federal W-4 forms, Federal I-9 form, copy of driver’s license, copy of social security card, and SSPR Direct Deposit form are required to be submitted day one of employment.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Good verbal, written and math skills, able to follow detailed instructions, computer experience a plus

WORKING CONDITIONS

Employee will be exposed to harsh weather at times; water routinely; pollens; grass hays; variety of animal species; unpleasant odors; loud noises; organic matter; pet colognes, shampoos & other grooming products; cleaning, anti-parasitic & disinfectant chemicals; fractious pets who may bite or scratch; and zoonotic diseases. Job requires lifting and carrying animals, pet supplies, crates, food & litter bags (can be assisted by other staff members if lifting over 40 lbs.), routine walking, standing, crawling, climbing, crouching, bending for extended periods or time. Emotions can run high when working with pets (clients & coworkers alike). Employee may experience unpleasant or upset customers at times, but overall we are blessed with a wonderful customer base. Professionalism & good customer service is required at all times, however, abusive clients will not be tolerated.

WORK ATTIRE

Mask may be required at times for employee & team safety, gloves, aprons, uniforms, protective eyewear, quality closed toe & back shoes & rain boots (ideal), rain jacket or poncho (ideal), comfortable & durable professional clothing (shorts, shirts, pants – T-shirts & yoga pants or scrubs work well) that wick moisture, layering clothes & back-up clothing suggested.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $10.00 - $14.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount
On-the-job training
Opportunities for advancement
Paid training

Work Location: In person

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