Join Our Team at Destination Pet!
Welcome to Destination Pet! We are One Pack—a united team dedicated to enhancing the love and lives of pet families. Our passionate professionals are creating a connected care network of trustworthy partners, bringing innovative solutions to the pet industry every day. Are you ready to revolutionize pet care with us?
We’re excited to invite an enthusiastic Animal Care Attendant to join our team at Pampered Pooch Playground!
Core Responsibilities
As an Animal Care Attendant, your role will include, but is not limited to:
* Embracing and supporting the Mission, Vision, and Values of Destination Pet.
* Sanitizing and disinfecting pet enclosures and common areas.
* Providing clean bedding and ensuring all pet guests have fresh water at all times.
* Feeding pets the correct type and quantity of food while maintaining cleanliness in food prep areas.
* Monitoring and accurately charting each pet's consumption and elimination, reporting any concerns to management.
* Conducting visual checks on pet guests for their safety and well-being throughout the day.
* Supervising group play for dogs and/or individual activities as needed.
* Assisting with bathing and grooming of canine guests.
* Cleaning up after pets and ensuring their belongings are well-maintained.
* Laundering pet bedding and towels daily.
Requirements
Expertise & Experience:
* A true pet lover—pets are part of our family!
* Previous animal care or kennel experience is preferred.
* Professional demeanor at all times.
* This is an entry-level role; high school students, college students, and teenagers aged 16+ are encouraged to apply.
Physical Requirements:
* Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
* Ability to frequently lift up to 40 pounds.
* Must be able to stand, walk, and climb stairs for the duration of your shift.
* Comfortable handling dogs on leashes.
* Willingness to work in an environment with exposure to disinfectants, animal dander, and excretions.
Working Conditions
Reports To: General Manager
Perks & Benefits
* Part-time health insurance options
* Part-time mental health support
* Part-time telehealth services
Compensation
Pay: $15.00 - $16.00/hour, depending on experience.
At Destination Pet LLC, we celebrate diversity and inclusivity. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Ready to join our pack? We can’t wait to meet you!