Kennel Technician at Canyon Vet - Canyon Lake – Canyon Lake, Texas

CanyonVet Canyon Lake is hiring a full-time Kennel Technician.

• Animal Care: Walk dogs in all weather conditions, feed and water animals, and bathe (including nail trimming, ear cleaning, and expressing anal glands).
• Cleaning & Sanitation: Clean kennels, runs, and facility areas. Assist with general facility housekeeping.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of feeding and other activities in veterinary software.
• Safety & Compliance: Follow OSHA safety regulations and protocols to ensure a safe environment.
• Customer Service: Provide professional service, maintaining communication with pet owners and team members.
• Team Support: Collaborate with team members to follow procedures, policies, and ensure quality care for patients. Participate in team meetings and hospital functions.

• Physical Demands: Bending, stooping, walking, lifting (up to 50 lbs), and animal restraint.
• Safety Awareness: Maintain alertness, observe animals for signs of illness, and adhere to safety procedures.
• Exposure: Noise from barking dogs and risk of bites or scratches while handling animals.

• Must have experience with animal care.
• Strong communication, writing, and reading skills for accurate documentation and client interaction.
• Ability to solve problems and make decisions with a focus on animal welfare.
• Compassionate, professional, and able to work well in a team environment.
• Willingness to learn and follow hospital policies and ethical guidelines.
• Must be available to work weekends on a rotating basis.

We offer amazing benefits such as health, vision, dental insurance, 401k match, PTO, paid parental leave, and so much more!