Join Our Team at Destination Pet!
Welcome to Destination Pet! We are One Pack—a united team dedicated to elevating the love and lives of pet families. Our passionate professionals create a connected care network of trustworthy partners who bring creative innovation every day. We are revolutionizing the pet industry, and we want you to be a part of it!
Pet care is a journey, and we invite you to embark on this adventure with us! Founded in 2016, Destination Pet is a nationwide company with over a century of combined experience in the pet services industry. From daycare to boarding, training to grooming, and home care to veterinary services, our mission is simple: Elevate the love and lives of pet families.
We are excited to add an Animal Care Attendant to our team at Pups at Play in Livingston, NJ. If you’re passionate about pets and ready to make a difference, keep reading!
Core Responsibilities
Your role will include, but is not limited to:
* Supporting the Mission, Vision, and Values of Destination Pet.
* Sanitizing and disinfecting pet enclosures and general boarding areas.
* Providing clean bedding and fresh water to each pet guest.
* Ensuring each pet receives the correct type and quantity of food for each meal.
* Monitoring and accurately charting consumption and elimination of each pet guest.
* Conducting visual checks for the safety and well-being of pets throughout the day.
* Cleaning up after pets and maintaining a tidy environment.
* Monitoring and caring for pet belongings, ensuring they are returned to owners.
* Maintaining and cleaning food preparation areas.
* Performing daily laundering of pet bedding and towels.
Requirements
Expertise & Experience:
* A true pet fanatic—pets are part of our family!
* Professional animal care or kennel experience preferred.
* Ability to display a professional manner at all times.
Physical Requirements:
* Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
* Ability to frequently lift 40 pounds.
* Capability to be on your feet for the duration of your shift.
* Comfortable standing, walking, and climbing stairs frequently.
* Ability to handle 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
* Part-time mental health support
* Part-time telehealth services
Compensation
Pay: $15.13 - $16 per hour
At Destination Pet, we are committed to equal employment opportunities for all. We celebrate diversity and inclusivity, ensuring that our hiring decisions are based solely on what you can bring to the team. If you’re ready to join our pack and make a difference in the lives of pets and their families, we want to hear from you!