Position Overview:
As an Animal Care Attendant, you will play a vital role this holiday season in providing comprehensive care for our pets, encompassing everything from their daily routines to bathing needs. This position offers a unique opportunity to work closely with animals, allowing you to contributing to a nurturing and secure environment for both dogs and cats.
Candidate Must-Haves: Important Considerations Before Applying:
Animal Work Experience Required.
Must be capable of handling dogs and cats of different sizes and temperaments effectively.
The casual role spans from December through late January.
Availability during this period is crucial.
Candidates must be available to work on public holidays and throughout the holiday period, including weekends as required.
Must be willing to be on call for last-minute shifts.
Outstanding performance in this position could lead to opportunities for a more long-term employment arrangement.
Key Responsibilities:
* Attend to kennel upkeep, cleaning, feeding, and exercise routines
* Conduct Dog Wash, Blow Dry, and Nail Clip services with professionalism and to a high standard, assisting the Groomer as needed.
* Uphold Kennel and Salon cleanliness to the highest standards, keeping a sanitary environment.
* Demonstrate excellent animal handling skills with an understanding of various breeds to cater to their specific requirements
* Ensure the safety and comfort of all pets under your care.
* Demonstrate professionalism and apply an excellent customer service attitude when engaging with clients.
* Efficiently handle your responsibilities in a timely manner.
* Proactively anticipate and effectively prepare for the workload of the following day.
About You:
* Can confidently manage dogs and cats of various breeds and sizes to ensure their safety and well-being.
* Demonstrate exceptional attention to detail, ensuring that each task is executed with precision.
* Deliver outstanding dog bathing services, including bathing, blow drying, and nail clipping.
* Has a thorough knowledge of pet breeds to address their specific needs and preferences.
* Ensure the daily needs and routines of our pet guests are diligently met, encompassing feeding, exercise, and overall welfare.
* Showcase remarkable organisational skills, quick learning ability, and a great work ethic.
* Demonstrates appropriate animal handling of pets of different temperaments.
* Thrive within a collaborative team setting, making meaningful contributions to a fast-paced atmosphere while meticulously following instructions.
* Uphold a professional demeanour, particularly during interactions with clients at pick-up and drop-off.
Note that this is an active and physical role, with both indoor and outdoor tasks. Walking, lifting, carrying, bending, crouching, and the ability to safely restrain pets on leads is required.
Our pre-screening process for this role includes a questionnaire, references check, in-person interview, and a 2-3 hour in person skill assessment.
Job Type: Casual
Pay: $24.00 – $28.00 per hour
Benefits:
* Employee discount
Education:
* High School (Year 12) (Preferred)
Experience:
* Dog Bathing: 1 year (Preferred)
* Animal Handling: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person