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Kennel Assistant

National Veterinary Associates (NVA)Group

Illinois Posted

  • $15.00 to $18.00 per hour
  • Weekends, 6:00am - 1:00pm
  • GP

Benefits mentioned: Health insurance, 401(k) or retirement, Paid time off

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City: Naperville

State: Illinois

Hospital Name: Springbrook Animal Care Center

Job Type: Support Staff

Job description

The kennel technician is responsible for the care of the pets in animal hospital boarding facilities. They will provide food and water to the animals according to the schedule. The kennel technician will also clean, change, and disinfect cages, pens, and yards; sanitize animal rooms, hallways, and ancillary equipment. No prior work experience required.

This position will be primarily weekend shifts. Shift times are as follows:

6:00am - 1:00pm and 1:00pm - 8:00pm on the weekends

Compensation:
• Base hourly rate of $15.00-$18.00
• Eligible for hospital bonus (if applicable)

Benefits, if applicable
• Medical, Vision, Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Health Savings Account
• Paid time off
• Employee discounts
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Listed pay $15.00 to $18.00 per hour ($31,200 to $37,440 a year at 2,080 hours). That is 7% above the US median of $15.46 an hour for kennel and animal care staff. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025. Kennel and animal care pay guide

Posted August 21, 2026. Last checked on NVA Careers. Interviewing here? 30 questions to ask a clinic

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