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Pet Care Technician

K9 Resorts of Virginia Beach

Pet Care Technician

Virginia Beach, VA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Full-time and Part-time positions available!

    Do you love dogs? Do you enjoy providing 5-star service, care and peace of mind to customers - both two- and four-legged? Do you seek opportunities to grow and develop professionally? Do you want to be part of a positive, fun and collaborative team environment? This position offers a great opportunity for ambitious candidates to join our team!

    Pet Care Technicians are responsible for delivering on our core promises, cleanliness and compassionate care. This position spends the most time directly in contact with our furry friends. Someone in this position not only must love dogs, they must also be willing to "get down and dirty". Cleaning accommodations, giving dog baths and managing doggie daycare are all part of the daily routine. You must excel at communication and observation skills, as well as possess a keen eye for detail.

    Essential Job Functions:

    Fluent in Microsoft Office and well-versed in computer usage

    Willing/able to learn new computer programs easily

    Very customer service-oriented

    Able to use down time effectively

    Responsible for the health and well-being of dogs in Daycare and Boarding

    Works closely with manager on duty to handle resort tasks

    Responsible for the sanitation of all accommodations and outdoor areas, bathing, and monitoring daycare

    Performs body checks on to search for pre-existing conditions and/or injuries

    Has the ability work on their feet for 8 hours or more

    Has the ability to perform the following tasks at the request of Management:

    • Run dogs from daycare or boarding to customers

    • Personal playtimes for dogs

    • Take dogs outside for elimination breaks

    Job Requirements:

    Must complete K9 Resorts Certification Program for a Pet Care Technician

    Customer service-oriented

    QUALIFICATIONS:

    Education and Experience:

    High School diploma or equivalent

    Previous experience is preferred but not required

    Some weekend and holiday hours are required

    Technical Skills:

    Computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Windows.

    Proficient written and spoken communication skills.

    Ability to lift 50lbs

    Personal Characteristics:

    Must be able to communicate with all types of people, remain calm, mediate and problem solve

    Must be of moral and ethical character

    High level of emotional intelligence

    Salesmanship personality and comfort

    Ability to multitask

    Strong ability to adapt to change and support company directives

    A Can-Do - It is my job attitude

    Outgoing, positive, enthusiastic personality

    Must demonstrate a love for dogs

    Well-organized and efficient

    The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee assigned this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.