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Kennel Technician

Pooch Hotel Newton, MA

Newton, MA

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$16 - $18/hr Full time Dog Daycare Hospitality Janitorial

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Job Description

The Kennel Technician role at Pooch Hotel provides daily, hands-on care for dogs and cats in a daycare and boarding environment in Newton, MA. The position, internally referred to as a Pet Pro, includes on-site supervision, feeding and medications, cleanliness, monitoring, and accurate documentation, with weekend and holiday coverage.

Key Responsibilities

Walk dogs and supervise supervised playgroups.
Feed pets and administer medications as needed.
Clean and sanitize pet rooms and common areas.
Monitor pet health, behavior, and interactions during their stay.
Document care notes and communicate updates with leadership.
Support enrichment activities such as fetch, walks, and basic obedience games.
Comfort shy guests and help manage groups with high energy levels.
Assist with laundry and general facility upkeep.
Scoop poop, clean messes, and manage pet messes and related cleaning supplies.

Required Qualifications

Passion for dogs and cats.
Gentle, patient, and safety-focused approach to animal care.
Comfort supervising multiple dogs at the same time.
Ability to recognize, prevent, and respond to conflicts within playgroups.
Detail-oriented with strong habits for documenting care.
Friendly and comfortable communicating with pet parents.
Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented working style.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 60 lbs.
Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying temperatures.
Confidence handling both large and small dogs.
Willingness to work weekends and holidays.
Comfort around pet messes and cleaning products.

Work Schedule

Weekend availability required.
Monday to Friday shifts.
Holiday shifts required.

Compensation

This on-site role offers USD 16–18 per hour.

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Employee discount
Paid training
Paid Time-Off (Applicable to Full-Time Employees)
401k and 401k matching
Tips
Employee pet care discounts
Career growth opportunities within NVA

Equal Opportunity Employment

NVA Pet Resorts is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace.

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