Kennel Technician / Facility Care Specialist

Inclined Canine Academy | Morgan Hill, CA

Pay: $18–$20 per hour, depending on experience

Schedule:

• Tuesday–Friday: 2:30 PM–8:00 PM

• Saturday: 8:00 AM–1:00 PM

• Approximately 27 hours per week

At Inclined Canine Academy, we're passionate about helping dogs and their owners build stronger relationships through effective, real-world training. Our three-acre ranch in Morgan Hill is home to a dedicated team of dog trainers, a variety of farm animals, and a community of people who truly care about what they do.

We believe a great team is built on accountability, communication, adaptability, and a commitment to continuously improving. Everyone plays an important role in the success of our dogs, clients, and team.

About the Position

We're looking for someone who loves dogs but REALLY loves cleaning!

We're seeking a dependable, hardworking Kennel Technician who takes genuine pride in creating a clean, organized, safe, and welcoming environment.

This is a hands-on, physically active position that combines daily dog care with extensive cleaning and facility maintenance. You'll be responsible for ensuring our kennels, training areas, and shared spaces are thoroughly cleaned, sanitized, and ready for the next day.

While you'll have opportunities to interact with and care for dogs, a significant portion of this position involves cleaning, sanitizing, and maintaining our facility. We're looking for someone who enjoys that work, notices the little details, and finds satisfaction in a job done exceptionally well.

If you're someone who sees a mess and takes care of it without being asked, we'd love to meet you!

Key Responsibilities

Facility Cleaning & Maintenance

• Deep clean and sanitize kennels, floors, walls, and designated training areas.

• Clean and maintain indoor and outdoor spaces, including common areas and equipment.

• Remove waste, manage trash, and maintain a clean, odor-controlled environment.

• Restock supplies and ensure cleaning tools and equipment are properly maintained.

• Follow established cleaning procedures and sanitation protocols.

• Identify maintenance concerns, safety hazards, or areas needing additional attention.

• Take initiative to keep the facility clean, organized, and prepared for the following day.

Dog Care & Safety

• Assist with feeding, watering, potty breaks, and general daily care as assigned.

• Safely move and handle dogs according to established procedures and individual handling instructions.

• Monitor dogs for changes in behavior, health, or overall well-being, and promptly communicate concerns.

• Maintain a calm, structured, and safe environment for the dogs in our care.

• Follow all safety procedures and respect handling restrictions for dogs with behavioral challenges.

• Assist trainers and other team members with appropriate dog-care tasks as needed.

Teamwork & Communication

• Communicate clearly with trainers and leadership about completed tasks, concerns, and facility needs.

• Take ownership of responsibilities and follow through without constant supervision.

• Be receptive to feedback and willing to adjust when priorities change.

• Help identify opportunities to improve cleaning routines, organization, and daily efficiency.

• Contribute to a positive, supportive team environment where everyone works toward the same goal.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate:

• Genuinely enjoys cleaning and takes pride in maintaining exceptionally high standards.

• Loves dogs and is committed to their safety and well-being.

• Is reliable, punctual, and consistent.

• Has excellent attention to detail and doesn't cut corners.

• Is self-motivated and capable of working independently.

• Takes accountability for mistakes and uses feedback to improve.

• Communicates clearly and professionally.

• Can adapt to changing priorities and remain productive in a busy environment.

• Is comfortable with physically demanding work, including standing, bending, scrubbing, lifting, and working indoors and outdoors, despite weather conditions. 

• Understands that every task matters, whether it's caring for a dog, cleaning a kennel, or organizing supplies.

Previous experience working with dogs, in animal care, kennel environments, professional cleaning, or facility maintenance is a plus, but a strong work ethic, reliability, and willingness to learn are essential.

Schedule & Compensation

• Tuesday–Friday: 2:30 PM–8:00 PM

• Saturday: 8:00 AM–1:00 PM

• Approximately 27 hours per week

• 18–20 per hour, depending on experience

• Part-time, on-site position in Morgan Hill, California

Applicants must be available to work the full scheduled shift, including Saturdays.