Overview
Overnight Kennel Attendant Jobs in Niles, IL at The Dog House of L.C. &L., INC.
Reports to
Supervisor
Job purpose
We are a family owned dog daycare, boarding, grooming and training business looking for an overnight janitorial kennel attendant to work from 9PM to 6AM. Full and Part-Time will be considered.
Duties and Responsibilities
· Clean all uncleaned kennels from the day
· Provide breakfast and any medication needed to dogs
· Taking dogs out for potty breaks
· Overall kennel cleanliness (see Audit)
· Stay within budget guidelines for equipment
· Monitor dogs for any health concerns
Requirements
· Must be able to work holidays and weekends
· Open availability and able to work at least 2-4 shifts per week
· Must be able to stand for long periods of time, kneel, crouch, stoop, climb, lift objects and dogs up to 50lbs and do repetitive tasks.
· Must be able to visually see any health issues including injuries such as small scratches, punctures, redness, and limping.
· For employee safety they must be able to physically handle dogs of all sizes on and off leash.
Must be punctual and responsible
MUST LOVE DOGS!
Interact with dogs in a fun and friendly manner while maintaining pack stability and command
Qualifications
Qualifications include:
High School Diploma or GED
Experience working with animals
Minimum one year of experience in a supervisory or management role
Team and goal oriented
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Reliable and dependable
Computer skills – Microsoft Office, Word and Excel
Must be comfortable handling groups of dogs and maintaining control over the pack
Must be able to multitask and think on your feet in certain situations
Attention to details and recalling dog names and information about each dog is a must
Working conditions
Position requires employees to work overnight with minimal supervision. Working in all types of weather is a possibility so an employee should be able to withstand the elements. Customer service is very important but occasionally an employee will need to handle difficult clients or situations in a professional manner. Working with dogs can be noisy at times, so employees must be able to tolerate and monitor noise levels.
Physical requirements
Must be able to stand for long periods of time, kneel, crouch, stoop, climb, lift objects and dogs up to 50lbs and do repetitive tasks. For employee safety they must be able to physically handle dogs of all sizes on and off leash.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $15.00 – $16.00 per hour
Expected hours: 8 – 24 per week
Benefits:
401(k)
Employee discount
Paid time off
Shift:
Night shift
Overnight shift
Supplemental Pay:
Performance bonus
Quarterly bonus
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
Title: Overnight Kennel Attendant
Company: The Dog House of L.C. &L., INC.
Location: Niles, IL
