Job Description

Kennel Assistant

Department: Boarding

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Greensboro, North Carolina

Compensation: $12.00 / hour

Cobb Animal Clinic is a trusted veterinary facility dedicated to providing exceptional care for pets through our veterinary, grooming, and boarding services. Our mission is to create a safe, loving environment where pets can thrive. We are currently seeking passionate, dependable individuals to join our team of pet care professionals.
We are looking for a full-time Kennel Assistant to support our boarding services. The ideal candidate has a genuine love for animals, a strong work ethic, and takes pride in maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary facility.

• Full-time position
• Shifts between 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
• Every other weekend required
• Holidays required, including (but not limited to):
  • New Year’s Day, Easter, July 4th, Memorial Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day

Some of the responsibilities you will own in this role:

• Animal Management
  • Safely supervise and care for groups of dogs and cats
  • Ensure pets’ comfort, safety, and well-being during playtime and rest periods
• Sanitation & Cleaning
  • Maintain a clean and hygienic facility by routinely cleaning kennels, play areas, and common spaces
  • This role includes a significant amount of cleaning and sanitation duties
• Feeding & Basic Care
  • Feed, water, and provide daily care for animals according to veterinary instructions and dietary protocols
• Health Monitoring
  • Observe pets for signs of illness, stress, or injury
  • Promptly report concerns to veterinary staff or management
• Record Keeping
  • Assist with accurate documentation of feeding schedules, health observations, and behavioral notes
• Client Interaction
  • Provide excellent customer service
  • Communicate clearly and professionally with pet owners regarding their pets’ care and well-being

What You'll Bring:

• Experience
  • Previous experience in a kennel, daycare, or veterinary hospital preferred
  • Experience with both dogs and cats is highly desirable
• Passion for Animal Care
  • Genuine love for animals and commitment to their health and happiness
• Work Ethic & Reliability
  • Dependable, punctual, and able to handle the physical demands of the job
• Attention to Detail
  • Strong focus on cleanliness and maintaining a sanitary environment
• Communication Skills
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a team
  • Comfortable interacting with clients in a professional, friendly manner
• Physical Requirements
  • Ability to stand for most of the workday
  • Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds
• Transportation
  • Reliable transportation required

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• Health insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision insurance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedules
• 401K with company match
• Training and career development