Barkz & Recreation

Kennel Tech - Night Shift

South San Francisco, California•Full-time
$20 - $22 hourly
About the Job
Night Shift Kennel Technician – Barkz & Rec (South San Francisco)
Pay: $20–$22/hour, depending on experience, plus tips
Shift: 10 PM – 6 AM | Full-time or part-time | All days of the week available
Benefits: paid sick time, regular raises, extra shifts during holidays and peak season

About Us:
Barkz & Rec is a boarding, daycare, training, and grooming facility in South San Francisco. Our overnight team is what lets owners sleep easy while their dogs stay with us. We’re looking for a dependable, calm night owl to keep our boarding dogs safe, comfortable, and happy overnight.

What You’ll Do:
  • Take dogs out one at a time for overnight potty breaks.
  • Supervise our “slumber party” boarding dogs in group play and rest areas.
  • Read dog body language and step in early to prevent conflicts.
  • Keep kennels and play areas clean, safe, and ready for the morning crew.
  • Note any health or behavior concerns for the day team.

What the Job Is Really Like:
We want you to know what you’re signing up for:
  • Mostly solo. You’ll usually be the only person on site, with a second teammate on busy nights. You need to be comfortable making decisions on your own.
  • Physical and outdoors. Expect to be on your feet, lifting, cleaning, and working outside in heat, cold, and rain.
  • Busy and loud. Group dogs can be noisy and unpredictable. Staying calm under pressure matters more than anything.

You’ll Be a Great Fit If You:
  • Are reliable and show up on time, every shift.
  • Have experience handling dogs of different sizes and temperaments (professional experience is a plus but not required).
  • Stay calm and solve problems on your own.
  • Pay attention to the small details, like a dog not eating, a latch not closing, or a dog acting off.
  • Enjoy getting to know each dog and building trust with them.
  • Are comfortable working overnight and doing physical work.

How to Apply:
Apply here or email Info@barkzandrecsf.com with the subject line “Night Kennel Tech.” Please include:
  • Your resume or a few lines about your experience with dogs.
  • Which nights you’re available.
  • Whether you’re looking for full-time or part-time.

We review applications on a rolling basis and would love to hear from you!