Kennel Technician
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Company Description:
Ark Veterinary Hospital operates modern veterinary clinics with in-patient facilities, offering comprehensive care for companion animals. The clinics include dedicated consultation rooms, and on-site pet stores providing medicines, and accessories. With this sole location and a focus on high-quality clinical care, Ark Veterinary Services supports both routine and advanced veterinary needs. Team members work in a professional environment that emphasizes animal wellbeing, client service, and dependable medical support for pets.
Role Description:
The Kennel Technician is a full-time, on-site role based in Charlotte, NC responsible for the daily care and comfort of animals in the clinic’s inpatient and boarding areas. Day-to-day tasks include feeding, watering, and safely handling animals, cleaning and sanitizing kennels and surrounding areas, and monitoring animal behavior and wellbeing. Seldomly, the role also involves assisting veterinary staff by restraining animals for examinations, supporting basic treatment routines as directed, and reporting any changes in health or behavior promptly. Kennel Technicians maintain accurate records of animal care activities, and uphold all safety, hygiene, and infection-control standards within the facility.
Qualifications:
Demonstrated skills in Animal Care and Pet Care, including safe handling, feeding, grooming, and monitoring behavior.
Knowledge of Animal Health and Animal Work practices, with the ability to recognize signs of stress or illness and follow veterinary instructions.
Basic Laboratory Skills related to specimen handling, cleaning and sterilizing equipment, and maintaining a hygienic environment are preferred.
Strong attention to detail, reliability, and the ability to follow established protocols and safety procedures.
Effective communication skills and a professional, compassionate approach to clients, colleagues, and animals.
Ability to perform physically active work, including standing for extended periods and lifting or moving animals and supplies as needed.
Prior experience in a veterinary clinic, animal shelter, or boarding facility is an advantage.
High school diploma or equivalent; additional training in animal care or veterinary assisting is a plus.