Experienced Dog Trainer Positive Reinforcement Trainer Position Available In Suffolk, Massachusetts

Experienced Dog Trainer – Positive Reinforcement Trainer Boston Dog Butlers, LLC – 3.5 Boston, MA Job Details Full-time $56,000 – $70,000 a year 10 hours ago Benefits 401(k) Paid time off Employee discount Professional development assistance Flexible schedule Referral program Qualifications Pet care Mid-level 3 years Driver’s License Supervising experience Client services Mentoring CPDT-KA Certification Dog training Leadership Communication skills Animal restraint Full Job Description E About Us Boston Dog Butlers is a fast-growing, pet-obsessed team on a mission to deliver Boston’s first and only end-to-end pet care solution . We believe in compassionate, force-free, relationship-based dog training, and are looking for an experienced and motivated Dog Trainer to help grow our training team and help shape the future of pet care in Boston. The Role As a member of our Dog Training Team , you’ll work directly with dogs and clients, mentor other trainers, refine training protocols, and ensure consistency and excellence across all services. This is a hands-on role with both fieldwork and strategic responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct:

1-on-1 in-home training , behavior modification , and socialization Work with a wide variety of cases ranging from puppy obedience through reactivity, and aggression rehabilitation Off-leash recall and hiking skills Collaborate with leadership to expand training offerings Provide occasional dog walking and group outings as needed. Extra revenues opportunities include board and train/pet sit and train service Optional weekend services

Qualifications Required:

Valid MA Driver’s License and clean driving record 3+ years of professional experience in positive reinforcement training Leadership experience in a training or pet care environment Reliable transportation Excellent communication, scheduling, and client service skills Comfortable managing field staff and working independently Physically capable of walking/standing for 5-6 hours per day Committed to a force-free, science-based approach

Preferred Certifications:

Must hold one of the following certifications

CPDT-KA / CPDT-KSA IAABC

(ADT, ACDBC, CDBC)

KPA-CTP, CTT-A, CBDC-A

Degree in Animal Behavior or related field Experience supervising or mentoring trainers Ideal Candidate You are: An experienced trainer and mentor who leads by example A proactive problem-solver who can own and improve systems Client-focused , detail-oriented, and organized Excited to grow with a company and build something lasting Passionate about pet wellness, communication, and community What We Offer Competitive pay + bonuses W2 employment (no 1099 hustle) Paid time off An awesome working culture where your voice matters Join Us If you’re a confident, experienced, force-free trainer ready to take on a leadership role—and build something great—we’d love to talk to you.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$56,000.00 – $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Employee discount Flexible schedule Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program

Compensation Package:

Bonus opportunities Commission pay

Tips Schedule:

10 hour shift 8 hour shift Monday to Friday Weekends as needed

Work Location:

On the road