Kennel attendant

Michael Tipple Investments Limited is situated in Pasadena, NL and is hiring a Kennel attendant to join the team. The successful candidate must be available to start work as soon as possible. Position status: Permanent employment or Full time. The schedule involves Early morning, Morning, Day, Evening, Night, Weekend, Shift, On call, Flexible hours, Overtime available shifts.

Job Description

• The candidate must clip animal coats.
• The candidate must monitor and evaluate animal behaviour.
• The candidate must prepare food and feed animals.
• The candidate must style animal coats.
• The candidate must clean and disinfect cages, pens, aquariums, kennels, runs, stalls, and enclosures.
• The candidate must keep records of animals treated.
• The candidate must supervise helpers.
• The candidate must clean animal ears.
• The candidate must maintain and order supplies.
• The candidate must clip animal nails.

Job Requirements

• The candidate must be fluent in English.
• There are no standard education requirements, such as a bachelor's degree, a certificate, or a diploma.
• A candidate with experience is an asset.
• The candidate must be able to handle a weight of up to 45 kg (100 lbs).
• The candidate should be client-focused.
• The candidate must be dependable.
• The candidate should have efficient interpersonal skills.
• The candidate must have excellent oral communication skills.
• The candidate must have excellent written communication skills.
• The candidate must be flexible.
• The candidate must have good judgement skills.
• The candidate must be reliable.
• The candidate must be a good team player.

Work Site Environment

• The candidate will be required to work in confined spaces.
• The work site environment is noisy, and the candidate must be able to work with complete concentration even in such conditions.

Work Setting

• The candidate must work in an animal hospital to assist veterinary staff, provide care to animals, and support daily operations.
• The candidate must work in a veterinary clinic to provide care and treatment for animals, assist veterinary staff, and support daily operations of the facility.

Additional Information

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• The candidate should have an eye for detail.
• The candidate must perform physically demanding tasks as part of their daily work.
• The candidate should be required to handle heavy loads as part of routine work.
• The candidate must be willing to work long hours in bending, crouching, and kneeling positions.
• The candidate should be able to work effectively in a fast-paced and busy environment.
• The candidate must be willing to work in a standing position for extended periods.

Security and Safety

• The candidate must undergo a criminal record check.

Transportation/travel information

• The candidate must have their own transportation.

Benefits

• The candidate will receive a dental plan covering expenses for dental treatments and procedures.
• The candidate will receive a health care plan, providing coverage for medical and surgical expenses.
• The candidate will receive vision care benefits, covering or reducing the cost of eye exams and medical eye care.

How to apply

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By email

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In person

15 - 19 Westend Industrial Park
pasadena, NL
A0L 1K0
Between 08:30 a.m. and 05:00 p.m.

• Cover letter
• Answers to the following screening questions:
• Are you available for shift or on-call work?
• Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
• Are you currently a student?
• Do you have experience working in this field?