Top 6 Animal care associate Jobs in Illinois

Pet Care Associate
The Gold Leash —Carol Stream, IL
- From $15 an hour
- Part-time
- Organizational skills
- In-person
- Entry level
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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Associate, Animal Care
PAWS Chicago —Chicago, IL
- $17.05 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Entry level
- 403(b) matching
- Paid time off
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Veterinary Support Associate (on-site)
ASPCA —Champaign, IL
- $22.30 - $26.90 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Spanish
- Anatomy knowledge
- Vital signs
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
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Doggie Daycare and Boarding Associate
FYDOLAND —Saint Charles, IL
- $15.00 - $17.50 an hour
- Part-time
- Heavy lifting
- In-person
- Communication skills
- Paid training
- Paid time off
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Pet Care Associate

The Gold Leash -
Carol Stream, IL

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Job Details

Part-time | Full-time
From $15 an hour

Benefits

Health insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Employee discount
Opportunities for advancement

Qualifications

Pet care
Pet grooming
Attention to detail
Dog handling
Organizational skills

Full Job Description

Join the Growing Gold Leash Family!

Love dogs? Thrive in a fast-paced environment? Looking for more than just a job?

At The Gold Leash Pet Hotel & Daycare, we're looking for compassionate, hardworking Animal Technicians to join our team! Whether you're seeking full-time or part-time employment, this is your opportunity to build a rewarding career with one of the area's fastest-growing luxury pet care companies.

Why Join The Gold Leash?

We're not just hiring employees—we're investing in future leaders.

As a rapidly growing company, we're looking for candidates who want to grow with us. We're excited to be opening our third location from the ground up within the next year, creating new opportunities for advancement, leadership, and career development. If you're dependable, passionate about animals, and ready to be part of something bigger, we'd love to meet you.

What You'll Do

As an Animal Technician, you'll play a vital role in providing exceptional care for our four-legged guests.

Responsibilities include:

Maintaining clean, safe, and welcoming boarding and daycare areas
Handling dogs safely with patience, confidence, and compassion
Supervising and assisting with dog playgroups
Bathing dogs and assisting with basic grooming services
Monitoring pet health, behavior, and overall well-being
Providing outstanding care that gives pet parents peace of mind

What We're Looking For

We're searching for team members who are:

Passionate about animal care
Positive, dependable, and hardworking
Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team
Detail-oriented and organized
Eager to learn and grow professionally
Able to thrive in a fast-paced, physically active environment

Previous animal care experience is a plus, but we value attitude, work ethic, and a genuine love for dogs just as much.

Please Note: This is a fast-paced, hands-on position comparable to working in a busy restaurant. You'll be on your feet throughout your shift, moving continuously, lifting, cleaning, handling dogs, and multitasking while maintaining a high level of care and attention to detail. If you enjoy staying active, working with a great team, and no two days are ever the same, you'll fit right in!

Employee Benefits

We believe great team members deserve great perks.

Benefits include:

Competitive hourly pay
Monthly bonus opportunities
Tip pool participation
Free 10-day daycare package every quarter after probation
20% employee discount on services and retail
upto 40 hours of Paid Time Off (accrued)
25% company contribution toward BCBS health insurance (full-time employees)

Build Your Career With Us

The Gold Leash is committed to creating a workplace built on compassion, teamwork, professionalism, and growth. As we continue expanding, we're looking for people who are excited to build a long-term career and help shape the future of our company.

If you're ready to make a difference in the lives of pets every day while growing alongside an exciting and expanding business, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of The Gold Leash family—where every wagging tail tells a story of exceptional care, safety, and happiness.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
Employee discount
Health insurance
Paid time off

Application Question(s):

Why would you like to work for The Gold Leash?
Do you have experience in working with dogs in a kennel setting?
How many hours a week are you looking for?
How soon can you start?
Are you comfortable working any shift between 530am-8pm?
What does your availability look like?

Work Location: In person

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