Lead Kennel Technician

Mills River NC

Description

Dynamic position includes cleaning facilities and equipment, feeding meals, keeping medication logs, walking dogs, supervising dogs, and occasionally assisting the head trainer in training evolutions. Candidate must be reliable, responsible and professional. This position is 80% cleaning and care, and 20% walking dogs and assisting the Trainers. Our feet and paws are always moving, this is an active environment that changes daily! We work with all dogs from small sweet puppies to large, aggressive dogs. In the summer it is hot, in the winter it is cold and when it rains you will get wet. We work inside and outside in all weather. Activities are strenuous and include walking large, strong dogs who pull, stooping, bending and kneeling, walking, running, heavy cleaning, lifting, standing, sitting. You must be good on your feet and be able to hold onto strong dogs and not get pulled over or drop the leash. Tasks must be followed precisely with a special attention to detail and ability to follow specific instructions. Cleaning and sanitizing is the majority of this position's duties. If you are unable to read this job description in its entirety and follow specific application instructions you will not be considered for this position, as attention to detail is a required job skill. As needed, candidate will assist the head trainer with setting up equipment and handling dogs in multiple-dog training evolutions. When working with dogs, safety is our number one priority. Ability to follow instructions and demonstrate situational awareness are crucial to maintaining your safety, safety of others, and safety of our canines. This opportunity will provide the right candidate with a wide array of kennel management experience and dog training skills from service dogs to behavior modification and a wealth of knowledge about everything-canine from holistic nutrition to behavior evaluations. Position will start as Lead Kennel Technician, and for the ambitious candidates, may lead to Full Time Trainer position. We also have a Full Time Trainer position open. The Full Time Trainer position description can be located on Indeed and requires hands on training experience. This experience may be acquired during your position as Lead Kennel Technician. Ability and willingness to learn and advance in your canine career is positively reinforced! We conduct weekly volunteer events with Therapy Dogs and Service Dogs which you may volunteer for. This is one of many wonderful ways to learn more about different types of dog training and an opportunity to give back to your community as you progress through your canine career. We absolutely encourage community involvement, inclusivity, and support of our first responders, law enforcement, and military. WE ARE A PROFESSIONAL, DRUG FREE ORGANIZATION!!! We work closely with seniors, children, law enforcement, and veterans. A background check is required prior to employment. Education Requirements: High School Diploma or GED Vocational School (graduates of Highland Canine) preferred Experience Required: Cleaning Sanitizing Reporting Record keeping Handling both large and small dogs Bathing & brushing dogs Walking Dogs with a prong collar (training provided) Skills Required: Follow written and verbal instruction Work well with others Work well independently Time management Task prioritization Situational awareness Reliable and responsible Ability & willingness to learn Self-motivated Professional appearance Shift Thursday-Tuesday 7:00Am - 12:00PM How To Apply We require an online application to be submitted with your resume. Applicants who do not file an online application will not be considered for this position. The link to online application is: COVID-19 Supplement We are a small entity with minimal exposure to the general public. While we do have one on one interactions with clients, this position does not require interaction with clients. This position requires minimal interactions with staff. We have policies in place to help limit exposure and prevent the spread of Covid-19 to help keep our staff, clients and the general public healthy and safe.