Kennel Technician

Summit Canine Kennel Technician Job Description Position Title: Kennel Technician Location: Summit Canine LLC, Lehi, Utah Employment Type: Part-Time, Full-Time Pay Rate: starting at $15/hr About Us: Summit Canine LLC is a trusted dog boarding, daycare, and training facility located on a spacious property in Lehi, Utah. We are a small-scale facility that welcomes dogs from any background, including those with aggression, anxiety, and hyperactivity. Our goal is to provide exceptional care, a safe environment, and loving attention to every dog in our care. Job Summary: The Kennel Technician ensures the health, safety, and comfort of dogs while maintaining cleanliness and organization in all areas of the kennel. This role involves hands-on care, cleaning, feeding, running socials, and monitoring dog behavior. Responsibilities: Daily Care & Dog Handling: Feed dogs according to individual dietary needs and schedules. Administer medications as directed. Monitor dogs for signs of illness, injury, or unusual behavior. Provide fresh water throughout the day. Supervise group socials and ensure safe interactions between dogs. Bathing and drying dogs Cleaning & Sanitation: Clean and disinfect kennels, play areas, and feeding station. Wash bedding, bowls, and toys daily. Remove waste and maintain cleanliness in outdoor play yard. Regularly clean and sanitize common areas, including walkways and client drop-off zone. Facility Maintenance: Ensure secure fencing and enclosures are properly latched. Report any maintenance or safety issues immediately. Keep kennel supplies stocked (e.g., food, cleaning supplies, poop bags). Customer Service: Greet clients professionally during drop-off and pick-up times. Provide updates to clients about their dog’s behavior and wellbeing daily. Assist with check-in/check-out processes. Administrative Tasks: Keep accurate records of feeding, medication administration, and behavior observations. Update client files and care instructions. Assist in inventory management and supply ordering. Additional Responsibilities: Engage and carry out any other reasonable requests received from management. Handle emergency situations calmly and professionally. Follow all safety protocols and company policies. Participate in staff meetings and training sessions. Qualifications: Passion for working with dogs and commitment to their welfare. Previous experience in animal care preferred but not required. Ability to lift 50 lbs. and work on your feet for extended periods. Strong communication and teamwork skills. Willingness to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Comfortable handling dogs of all sizes and temperaments. Schedule: Schedule is flexible. We work with most schedules and can accommodate changes but are hiring for weekdays and Sundays. We have work from 6:45am-7:45pm that we can schedule you around but main shifts are 6:45am-3:30pm, 9:00am-6:30pm, and 5-7:45pm. We can talk more about this during the interview process. Benefits: Health Insurance Free boarding/daycare for employee dog Flexible schedule Bringing your dog to work How to Apply: Interested candidates can apply by emailing a copy of your resume to summitcanine@gmail.com Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: From $15.00 per hour Expected hours: 15.0 – 38.0 per week Benefits: Flexible schedule Health insurance On-the-job training Opportunities for advancement Paid training Application Question(s): Do you have your own vehicle to commute to and from work/take a dog to receive veterinary care in the event of an emergency? Are you over the age of 18? Are you available to work Sundays? Experience: Dog handling: 1 year (Preferred) Work Location: In person

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