Animal Lover Job – Pet Care Specialist / Kennel Tech (16/hr+tips - NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED)

Lake Barrington, IL

Part Time

Entry Level

Love dogs and cats? Get paid to care for them!
Tailchasers Barrington Pet Resort is hiring reliable, attentive, and motivated pet lovers to join our team. No previous experience is required—we’ll train you.

What You’ll Do

Supervise and manage dog playgroups
Provide pet spa services (baths, nail trims/grinds, teeth brushing, ear cleaning)
Keep kennels and pet lodging areas clean and sanitized
Feed pets and administer medications as directed
Help reinforce basic dog training commands (sit, stay, wait)
Work indoors and outdoors in all weather, on your feet for most of your shift

Schedule & Hours

Part-time (up to 29 hours/week):

6:50 am – 12:30 pm
12:20 pm – 6:00 pm
6:50 am – 10:00 am
3:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Full-time (30+ hours/week):

6:50 am – 3:00 pm
9:50 am – 6:00 pm

(Shift availability may vary.)

What You’ll Get

$16/hour + tips
On-the-job training – no experience needed
Education in dog training and animal behavior
Paid pet first aid certification
Employee discounts on pet services and supplies
Fun, supportive team and plenty of puppy kisses and purrs

What We’re Looking For

US citizen or legally authorized to work in the US
Able to pass a background check
16 years of age or older
Friendly and professional with customers
Dependable, teachable, and flexible
Able to:
- Lift 50 pounds unassisted
- Stand for up to 6 hours at a time
Basic computer/tablet skills

If you’re a dependable animal lover ready to work hard, stay active, and have fun with pets, apply today to join the Tailchasers Barrington Pet Resort team!

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