Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discounts
• Paid time off

Residential Kennel Technician (Part-Time)

Byers K9 Services
Location: Aurora, Colorado
Pay:$18.00 per hour
Job Type: Part-Time


Position Overview


Byers K9 Services is hiring two Residential Kennel Technicians to help care for our working dogs and maintain a clean, organized kennel environment.


This is a split-shift position, requiring approximately 2 hours in the morning and 2 hours in the evening. Applicants must be dependable, punctual, and comfortable working around high-drive working dogs, including Belgian Malinois, German Shepherds, and Dutch Shepherds.


This is not a dog training or security position. The primary focus is maintaining the health, cleanliness, and daily care of the kennel.


Schedule

• Approximately 2 hours each morning
  
  
• Approximately 2 hours each evening
  
  
• Monday through Sunday
  
  
• Schedule will be shared between two technicians
  
  

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize kennels
  
  
• Clean and disinfect dog crates
  
  
• Wash and sanitize food and water bowls
  
  
• Pick up and properly dispose of dog waste
  
  
• Sanitize kennel floors, walls, and equipment
  
  
• Refill water as directed
  
  
• Monitor dogs for obvious signs of illness or injury and report concerns
  
  
• Keep the kennel clean, organized, and professional at all times
  
  
• Follow established cleaning and biosecurity procedures
  
  

Requirements

• Comfortable working around large, high-energy working dogs
  
  
• Reliable transportation
  
  
• Able to work both morning and evening split shifts
  
  
• Dependable with excellent attendance
  
  
• Able to lift 50 pounds and perform physical labor including bending, kneeling, and standing
  
  
• Must be at least 18 years old
  
  
• Must be able to work independently while following established procedures
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous kennel, veterinary, shelter, or animal care experience
  
  
• Experience handling working breeds or large dogs
  
  
• Strong attention to detail and cleanliness
  
  

Compensation

• $18.00 per hour
  
  
• Consistent part-time schedule
  
  
• Opportunity for additional hours as the kennel grows
  
  

Byers K9 Services is committed to maintaining a professional kennel environment where our working dogs receive exceptional daily care. We are looking for dependable individuals who take pride in cleanliness, consistency, and the well-being of our K9s.