Pet Care Specialist - Part-Time Mornings
Sturgeon County Kennels Ltd
Love animals? Want a job where you’re making tails wag and pets feel at home? Sturgeon County Kennels is looking for a Pet Care Specialist to join our team.
About Us
We are more than just a kennel. We are a team of animal lovers who believe every pet deserves the best care, comfort, and compassion. Our mission is to put joy in every pet’s day, whether they are with us for a night, a week, or just a few hours.
We also support local rescue work through Bon Accord Rescue K9 Society (BARKS), which operates out of our facility. Some of the dogs in our care are coming from difficult situations and are on their way to new homes. Our team plays a key role in helping them settle, rebuild trust, and learn what everyday life is supposed to feel like.
Position Details
We are currently hiring a Part-Time Pet Care Specialist to join our morning team.
This position has a consistent schedule of 25 hours per week:
- Tuesday: 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
- Wednesday: 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
- Thursday: 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
- Friday: 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
- Saturday: 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Location: 56124 Range Road 241, Sturgeon County, Alberta T0A 0K4
Reliable transportation is required.
Our morning shifts focus primarily on cleaning and preparing kennels, caring for the animals, and ensuring our facility is clean, safe, and ready for the day.
Key Responsibilities
Facility Maintenance: Clean and sanitize kennels, indoor and outdoor runs, and common areas, including removing animal waste, vacuuming, mopping, washing dishes, doing laundry, and maintaining outdoor areas.
Animal Care: Feed, monitor, and provide daily enrichment and socialization for dogs and cats.
Health & Safety: Administer medications, observe animal health and behavior, and document relevant notes for each pet’s profile.
Bathing & Exercise: Bathe, brush, and provide treadmill exercise for dogs as needed.
Client Service: Greet clients during check-in/check-out, answer questions in person, by phone, and via email,
and provide information about our services.
Retail Support: Maintain knowledge of our pet specialty retail products and assist with inventory.
Teamwork: Support colleagues and assist with other duties as assigned to ensure smooth daily operations.
Who We’re Looking For
- You love animals, and it shows.
- You’re energetic, reliable, and genuinely care about the pets in your care.
- You don’t mind getting your hands dirty and can lift up to 40 pounds.
- You have a high school diploma (or equivalent).
- You're comfortable with physically demanding work, including standing, walking, bending, and cleaning throughout your shift.
- You pay attention to detail and take pride in keeping things clean.
- You can multitask and keep your cool in a fast-paced environment.
- Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, email, etc.).
- Versatile to cover occasional extra shifts (sick days, vacations, or holidays).
- Experience with animals or in customer service is a bonus, but not required
Perks & Culture
- Your work supports both family pets and rescue dogs who are moving into safe, stable homes
- Supportive, fun-loving team of fellow pet enthusiasts
- Modern, clean facility
- Opportunities to learn, grow, and take on current responsibilities
- Employee discounts on retail products
- Your hard work makes a real difference for animals and their families
Ready to apply?
Email us at
[email protected] with your resume and a short introduction explaining why you're interested in the position. Please use "Pet Care Specialist Application (SCK) - Firstname Lastname" in the subject line of your email. Only applications sent by email will be reviewed.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00-$18.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Discounted or free food
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking
- Store discount
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Sturgeon County, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Share a time when you noticed something wasn’t right — with a pet, a person, or a situation. What made you step in, and what did you do?
Work Location: In person
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