Experienced Pet Care Specialist - Saturday & Sunday Only

Experienced Pet Care Specialist - Saturday & Sunday Only My Lucky Dog- Smithfield Smithfield, RI Job Details Part-time From $16 an hour 10 hours ago Benefits Employee discount Qualifications Companion animal handling Teamwork Heavy lifting Dog handling Animal handling Full Job Description Are you passionate about dogs and looking to work in a fun, dynamic environment? We're looking for an enthusiastic and reliable Pet Care Specialists to join our weekend team! As a Pet Care Specialist, you will play a key role in ensuring the safety, happiness, and well-being of our furry guests while providing exceptional care and communication with pet parents. If you love animals and thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting, this could be the perfect job for you! •Must have weekend/Holiday availability and have ability to work at both North Providence and Smithfield locations• Key Responsibilities Supervise and monitor groups of dogs throughout the day, ensuring their safety, engagement, and positive interactions. Facilitate structured playtime and activities, providing a fun and enriching environment. Maintain cleanliness in all areas of the facility, including dog play areas, kennels, and common spaces. Communicate with pet parents regularly, providing updates on their dog's activities, behavior, and general well-being. Assist in the intake process for new dogs, including conducting behavioral assessments when needed. Administer basic pet care tasks such as feeding and administering medications when needed. Respond to any dog-related incidents with calmness, professionalism, and quick action. Qualifications Previous experience in animal care or related fields such as pet grooming, veterinary assistance, animal control or kennel work is preferred. Ability to demonstrate dog handling techniques, dog behavior, cleaning methods, and animal restraint methods. Ability to perform heavy lifting when required. Excellent communication skills for interacting with dogs, their owners, and co-workers. A genuine love for animals and a commitment to their well-being. Flexibility to work various shifts including weekends and holidays is required. If you are dedicated to providing excellent care for dogs and enjoy working in a lively, animal-centered environment, we'd love to hear from you! Apply today and join our team of dog-loving professionals!

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

From $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Application Question(s): Are you 18 years or older? Are you aware this job requires weekend and some holiday availability?

Experience:

Animal handling: 1 year (Required)

Work Location:

In person