Bartram Trail Veterinary Hospital
Kennel Technician
St. Augustine, Florida•Part-time
$15.50 - $16 hourly
$15.50 - $16 hourly
About the Job
Join Our Team as a Kennel Technician!
Are you a compassionate and dependable animal lover looking for a rewarding opportunity in veterinary care? We’re excited to invite you to become a part of our dedicated and passionate team! At Bartram Trail Veterinary Hospital, we’re committed to providing high-quality, compassionate care in a clean, safe, and modern environment—and we’re looking for someone like you to help us make a difference in the lives of pets and their families.
If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, can work both independently and collaboratively, and want to be an integral part of a veterinary team that truly values every patient, we’d love to hear from you.
About the Role:
Our kennel technicians care for boarding dogs and cats, ensuring their comfort, safety, and well-being throughout their stay. Compassion for animals and their owners is a must, as is a strong work ethic and positive attitude.
Our kennel technicians care for boarding dogs and cats, ensuring their comfort, safety, and well-being throughout their stay. Compassion for animals and their owners is a must, as is a strong work ethic and positive attitude.
Key Responsibilities:
- Build and maintain positive, professional relationships with clients and team members.
- Arrive on time and reliably for scheduled shifts.
- Feed, exercise, and provide enrichment for boarded animals.
- Clean and sanitize dog runs and cat condos.
- Check pets in and out of boarding, engaging positively with their owners.
- Administer medications to boarded animals as directed.
- Perform laundry duties (lots of towels and blankets!).
- Bathe dogs and perform basic grooming tasks such as brush-outs and toenail trims.
- Conduct daily cleaning and light maintenance in the boarding area and throughout the hospital.
Please note: You should expect to spend the majority of your time in the boarding area.
Schedule & Benefits:
Part-Time Positions:
- Typically 2–3 weekdays per week, with alternating Saturdays and weekend comeback hours.
- Eligible for benefits after a 90-day probationary period, including:
- Pet care discounts.
- Uniform allowance.
- 401K with 4% employer matching
- Part-time is defined as a regular schedule of 63 hours or less per bi-weekly pay period.
To Expedite the Interview Process:
You may attach a cover letter along with your resume and/or CV. If you encounter any issues with the application form, feel free to email us at healthypets@bartramtrailvets.com or call/text us at 904-940-0655.
To stand out, include the word "supercalifragilisticexpialidocious" in your message!
If you have animal handling experience that isn’t reflected in your work history, please include an explanation in a cover letter - we’d love to know more.
We look forward to meeting you and welcoming you aboard as a vital member of our veterinary care team!