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Boarding and Beyond Hiring » Kennel Staff

Kennel Staff

hiring
August 14th, 2015

Our organization is about people and their dogs. It’s about providing the highest quality care, and loving attention, to dogs in their owner’s absence. We have a great reputation for doing just that! We are a group of energetic, motivated people who love what we do and are looking for other like-minded, high-quality people to join us. We offer exciting opportunities that will challenge your abilities, expand your skills and reward your contributions. Our Leadership Team is passionate about fostering both personal and professional growth for all.

This position we are currently hiring for at our growing company is in Aurora, CO where we offer several different services for people and their pets. It is a full time opportunity 35-38 hours per week, in a Pet Care position with a great staff and leadership team that you would be joining. We have a three phase hiring process. Only those who complete ALL phases will be considered for employment.

Phase 1: Read Our Strategic Vision (below)
Phase 2: Online Application (below) &
Phase 3: Hiring Seminar or Interview (upon invitation)

Only online applications will be accepted.

Only online applications will be accepted.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Pets in our facility must be cared for promptly, every day. The facility is staffed 365 days a year and is exceptionally busy when schools are on holiday break. Experience is not necessary, however a genuine love for animals is a must. You must be able to handle dogs of all sizes without being afraid of them and without allowing them to control you. You must be in good physical condition, able to squat, stoop, bend, lift, and do a lot of walking. Must be willing to maintain the highest standards in cleanliness. There will be opportunities for advancement, if you excel.

 

  • You Are Dependable – being a few minutes early for work is normal for you. You look at what the great day ahead spent with dogs will bring. Our staff knows they can count on you to do whatever it is you are assigned with excellence.

  •  You Love the Details – As a team, we want to make sure each guests’ needs are met. From medications to meals, play times to pampering, it is all in the details to make our guest’s stay the best it can be.

  •  You Are a Team Player – you want the best for the dogs that are staying with us and work as a team member to get that accomplished. You add to the conversation and brainstorm with fellow staff on ways to make the experience more enriching.

  • You Are a Goal-Setter – you have goals for your work and for yourself. We have built a work culture where accomplishing goals is key to success.  We have educational opportunities and areas that you can grow in as you deepen your experience in the pet care field.

 NEED TO (the must have’s):

  • Be able to lift 40 lbs.

  • Previous dog experience is a plus, but attitude and character is more important

  • Not repulsed by cleaning up dog messes, including occasional diarrhea or vomit

  • Customer interface to include checking pets in and out

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:

As a Kennel Tech you are involved with all of the day-to-day activities. You are key to each pet’s stay making sure everything that they need is happening and ensuring our doggie guests have a great vacation while their owners are away. As the primary contact person with our dog guests, you are responsible for:

    • Making sure every guest is comfortable, happy and receiving all of the services that an owner requests.

    • Maintaining the daily duties and in a timely manner.

    • Closely monitoring the health and wellness of every guest.

    • Communicating clearly with our leadership team.

    • Feeding guests, and keeping detailed records of our guests entire stay.

    • Maintaining the highest level of cleanliness in all areas of our facility, play yards and outdoor dog patios.

    • Exercising guests.

    • Basic grooming of guests: bathing, nail trims, brushing and ear cleaning.

    • Making sure every guest goes home clean, happy and we exceeded the expectation.

DESIRED EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

  • High school diploma or equivalent

  • Previous experience in a pet facility or pet care environment a plus

  • Excellent work history and references

COMPENSATION

Pay depends on experience. Performance based bonus upon approval. Our pay is higher than average for this industry because we want the best! We don’t hire to just fill a seat, rather we take our time looking for the right people. If you know without a doubt that you are a fit, let’s talk.

We Really Believe in This Stuff

Every day we get to be a part of something bigger than ourselves. Providing inspiration to dog parents who need it. Getting our message out there. Helping customers learn how to change the course of their relationship with their dogs. Educating the dog owner how to speak “dog.” Making the connection between dog and owner is the goal for us. It’s why we do what we do. Work that changes lives, work that gives inspiration.

Work in Your Strengths
Our goal is to help position each team member in a role that plays to their strengths, that sets them up to shine…to win. Know yourself well enough to know what you do well, and just as importantly, what you don’t.

Win or Lose as a Team
Our team openly works together to create remarkable experiences that positively impacts lives. Everyone on the team is responsible for bringing new ideas, perspectives and solutions to the table. Starting with day one, we want your voice as part of the conversation.

About Our Company
We’re a privately-owned and operated pet care facility focused on a single mission:
“Boarding & Beyond provides peace of mind to owners who need to leave their dogs for either a day, or an extended stay. Knowing they are in the care of people who love their dogs almost as much as they do is our goal for every customer. We are also expanding to offer experienced based, canine education and services to improve the canine/human relationship which gives INSPIRATION to everyone from the dog enthusiast to the dog owner.”

Step 1: Read Our Strategic Vision
Step 2: Fill out our form Kennel Tech Job Application Form