Jordan Collar
Vestavia,Alabama
Summary
Skilled Kennel Technician with a proven track record at Birmingham Animal Hospital and Resort, showcasing expertise in kennel maintenance and animal handling. Demonstrated ability to enhance animal well-being through effective medical assessment and fostering positive behavior, ensuring a 100% safety protocol adherence. Renowned for patience, resilience, and a commitment to excellence in animal care.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Kennel Technician
Birmingham Animal Hospital and Resort
Birmingham, Alabama
08.2024 - Current
- Supported animal health by keeping areas clean, neat and properly sanitized.
- Organized inventory of food, bedding supplies, toys and other items needed for animal care.
- Responded to emergency situations in a timely manner while following safety protocols.
- Adhered to pet care plans, medication requirements and dietary restrictions as part of quality care.
- Followed precise feeding instructions and schedules for animals under care.
- Created consistent workflows by assisting with washing, drying and folding duties.
- Explained lodging, grooming, and care services to pet owners and cross-sold specialty products.
- Maintained clean and orderly play yards, kennels and cages.
- Bathed and groomed pets using gentle techniques.
- Stayed on top of laundry, sweeping and disinfection protocols.
- Played with dogs and cats to maintain socialization and reduce stress.
- Treated superficial wounds and called in veterinarian assistance for more complex concerns.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Performed minor grooming services such as brushing fur coats and trimming nails.
- Walked and exercised dogs during owner absences.
Kennel Technician
Creative Dog Training
Birmingham, Alabama
06.2023 - 05.2024
- Organized inventory of food, bedding supplies, toys and other items needed for animal care.
- Assessed animals for injury and illness.
- Maintained clean and orderly play yards, kennels and cages.
- Bathed and groomed pets using gentle techniques.
- Stayed on top of laundry, sweeping and disinfection protocols.
- Removed waste from kennels, runs and exercise areas and placed in trash receptacles or in-ground septic systems.
- Walked dogs while enforcing good behavior and manners.
- Exercised animals to maintain physical and mental health.
- Taught animals sit, stay and other basic commands.
Education
High School Diploma -
Vestavia Hills
Birmingham, AL05-2024
Some College (No Degree) -
The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, ALSkills
- Feeding management
- Kennel maintenance
- Animal monitoring
- Animal handling expertise
- Safety control
- Medical assessment
- Patience and resilience
- Animal bathing
- Feline behavior
- Canine behavior
- Animal restraint techniques
- Behavior observation
Accomplishments
- In High school I took Honors Pre-Calculus, Honors Algebra two, and Honors Spanish three.
Timeline
Kennel Technician
Birmingham Animal Hospital and Resort
08.2024 - Current
Kennel Technician
Creative Dog Training
06.2023 - 05.2024
High School Diploma -
Vestavia Hills
Some College (No Degree) -
The University of Alabama
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