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Kennel Technician - Hadley, MA

Valley Veterinary Hospital

About the Role

Valley Inn For Pets is Hiring a Pet Care Attendant!

Position Details

Role: Pet Care Attendant
Status: Full-time
Salary: $15-$18 an hour
Schedule: Varying shifts 6:45 am-2:45 pm, 12:45 pm-8:30 pm, 1:45 pm-8:30 pm, and 9 am-6 pm

Benefits Highlights

Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses

Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; generous PTO; and employee discounts

Professional Growth & Recognition: Professional development opportunities and uniform allowance

Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays and an Employee Assistance Program

Love Animals and Want to Make a Difference Every Day?

Valley Inn For Pets is seeking a full-time Pet Care Attendant to join our team! We are looking for hardworking, motivated individuals with a sense of fun who love dogs and cats and want to grow with us.

At Valley Inn For Pets, we are passionate about providing exceptional care for pets while giving their families peace of mind. Our Pet Care Attendants play an important role in creating a safe, comfortable, and enriching environment for every pet in our care.

Why Our Pet Care Attendants Love Working Here

  • Supportive and team-oriented environment
  • Opportunities to work closely with dogs and cats every day
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Hands-on experience caring for a variety of pets
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Meaningful work that directly impacts the comfort and well-being of animals
  • A workplace that values compassion, teamwork, and reliability

What You’ll Do

  • Observe pets for overall health, comfort, and signs of illness or distress
  • Safely handle and restrain animals as needed
  • Walk boarded dogs throughout the day for exercise and elimination needs
  • Feed, medicate, and care for boarding pets according to instructions
  • Bathe, groom, and provide daily care for pets staying with us
  • Maintain accurate records regarding feeding schedules, behavior, and observations
  • Clean, disinfect, and maintain kennels, cages, suites, and common areas
  • Wash and sanitize food and water bowls
  • Launder towels, blankets, and bedding
  • Ensure pets and personal belongings are properly identified and organized

What Our Pet Care Attendants Bring

  • A genuine love for animals and commitment to their well-being
  • Strong work ethic and positive attitude
  • Dependability and willingness to work as part of a team
  • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
  • Attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness
  • Comfort handling animals of various sizes and temperaments
  • Strong communication skills
  • Desire to learn and grow within animal care

Physical Requirements

  • Frequently bend, stand, stoop, walk, sit, communicate, and listen throughout the workday
  • Frequently use hands and arms to handle and restrain animals safely
  • Ability to lift and move up to 30 pounds regularly
  • Ability to work in an active environment that requires stamina and mobility

The Extras You’ll Actually Feel

  • Opportunities to build experience working with animals every day
  • A team that values your contributions and supports your success
  • Meaningful work helping pets feel safe, comfortable, and cared for
  • A positive culture built around compassion and teamwork
  • Professional growth opportunities as you build your animal care career

Benefits You Can’t Beat

Financial Benefits

  • A flexible approach to compensation that will reflect your skillset and future performance
  • 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
  • Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
  • 529 Savings Plan
  • Tuition Support Program (full-time only)
  • Referral bonus program

Wellness Benefits

  • Health Insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
  • Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
  • Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.
  • Sick Time / Paid Time Off
  • Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
  • Pet discounts on services and products
  • Pet food discount program

Workplace Benefits

  • Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Continuing education allowance
  • Uniform allowance

Lifestyle Benefits

  • Six paid holidays (full-time only)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee discount program

Join Our Team!

Think you're the Pet Care Attendant we've been looking for? If you're passionate about animals and ready to join a team dedicated to providing exceptional care, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today!

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at Valley Inn For Pets and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That's why we're committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.

 


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Benefits

Why You'll Love Vetcor

 
 
 
 
 

Join the BEST support network, with an emphasis on individuality

There is a career path for everybody and not a one size fits all approach.

  • Vetcor Team: You are joining a team of hospitals that opens the door to collaboration with a stable corporation at your back.
  • Local Practice: Join a unique practice that benefits from the larger family but thrives on their individuality. Practice medicine with full autonomy and the support of experienced DVM leaders when you need it.
 

Take advantage of programs designed with YOU in mind

Join a group of motivated veterinary professionals while taking advantage of employee programs, resources, and fantastic benefits. Join one of our many collaboration groups for Hospital Managers, Techs, and Vets! Plus, we love supporting growth in your teams' desired career paths. Gain access to mentorship at all levels, continuing education, wellness resources, and more!

 

Be the cornerstone of your pet COMMUNITY

Feel the pride of being part of a network of reputable and sought-after practices. You have been empowered to leave your mark on the community and it is a difference you can feel. Not only does your work benefit the lives of individual pets and their people, but your hard work and dedication has made you a cornerstone of your pet community.

 

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