Best Friends Pet Care

Lead Animal Care Technician

Best Friends Pet Care  •  $18 - $19/hr  •  Franklin, TN (Onsite)  •  3 hours ago
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Job Description

Job Details: Level: Experienced,

Job Location: Franklin, TN 37064, Education Level: None,

Salary Range: $18.00 - $19.00 Hourly,

Job Category: Hospitality - Hotel, Our experienced animal care leads provide loving care for our pet guests while they stay and play in our pet hotel; focusing on safety, comfort, and cleanliness. This position is a stepping stone for the Animal Care Manager role.

We are an Employee-owned and operated company that is expanding, which provides many growth opportunities within the company. We currently have over 80 locations in twenty-six states coast-to-coast and have been in business for 30 years.

If you are looking for a company in which you can learn and grow, our countrywide, well-established pet care facility may be the perfect place for you!

This a Full-Time position for our location in Franklin, TN, the Farm.

We offer

  • Health, dental, vision, life insurance, STD/LTD, 401K with company matching
  • ESOP - Employee Stock Ownership Plan (100% company paid)
  • Paid vacation
  • Uniforms
  • Pet supply and service discounts and more!

Responsibilities

  • Cleaning and maintenance of pet suites, condos, general boarding areas, and kitchen
  • Feeding and watering pet guests
  • Monitoring and charting every pet guest
  • Monitoring pet belongings
  • Laundering duties
  • Assisting other associates and performing other duties as needed

Job Requirements: Education:

  • High School Graduate or Equivalent

Experience

  • Minimum of 1-year animal care/kennel experience.
  • Animal Care Technician Certified
  • Playtime Certified

Physical

  • Must be able to work evenings weekends and holidays.
  • Must be able to frequently lift 40 pounds.
  • Must be able to be on feet eight hours per day.
  • Must be able to stand, walk, and climb stairs frequently.
  • Must be able to work on computer system.
  • Must be able to handle dogs on leashes.
  • Must be able to work in an environment with exposure to disinfectant/sanitation. chemicals, animal dander and excretions.

Personal

  • Must have the ability to resolve problems quickly and professionally.
  • Must have the ability to supervise, motivate and counsel Associates.
  • Must have strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Must possess a love of animals.
  • Displays a professional manner at all times.
Best Friends Pet Care

About Best Friends Pet Care

Best Friends Pet Care is one of the nation's largest employee-owned pet care organizations, bringing together a network of trusted local brands under one shared commitment to exceptional pet care.

Powered by Best Friends, each of our brands maintains its unique identity and connection to the communities it serves while benefiting from the strength, resources, and expertise of a national organization.

Across more than 80 locations, we provide boarding, daycare, grooming, training, and specialty pet care services designed to create safe, enriching experiences for every pet and peace of mind for every pet parent.

As an employee-owned company, we're passionate about delivering consistent, high-quality care through people who treat every pet like family because we know trust is earned one visit, one wag, and one relationship at a time.

𝗟𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗱 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆. 𝗧𝗿𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘄𝗶𝗱𝗲. 𝗣𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗯𝘆 𝗕𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗱𝘀.

Industry
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Company Size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Irving, TX
Year Founded
1995
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