Lead Animal Care Attendant

Sunny Acres Pet Resort

Durham, NC, United States
Base: $15.00ph doe; bonus/equity: tips; benefits: ...
On-site
Animal handling
Medication administration
Pet health monitoring
Sunny Acres Pet Resort is seeking a Lead Animal Care Attendant who is passionate about animal care and capable of managing a team while ensuring the well-being of pets. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in animal care, be calm under pressure, and be able to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends

Job Summary

  • Lead the pack during your assigned shifts—coaching, guiding, and setting the tone for pet care excellence.
  • Monitor pet guests for health, safety, and general cuteness; reporting anything off to the General or Assistant Manager.
  • Part-time health, mental health, and telehealth benefits are offered.

Matching Summary

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Sunny Acres Pet Resort is seeking a Lead Animal Care Attendant who is passionate about animal care and capable of managing a team while ensuring the well-being of pets. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in animal care, be calm under pressure, and be able to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

Salary

Base: $15.00/hour DOE; Bonus/Equity: tips; Benefits: Part-time health, mental health, and telehealth benefits

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Animal handling
  • Medication administration
  • Pet health monitoring
  • Cleaning and sanitation
  • Team leadership
  • Training new hires

Nice-to-have

  • Compassionate
  • Confident
  • Calm under pressure
  • Pet-obsessed
  • Med-savvy
  • CPR trained

Key Requirements

  • Previous work experience in animal care
  • High school diploma required
  • Availability on evenings, weekends, and holidays required
  • Ability to lift up to 40 lbs

Work Rights

Not specified

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