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Camp Run-A-Mutt San Marcos

Experienced Kennel Attendant/Dog Handler

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An Animal Care Worker or Manager manages animal care and grooming for a retail store that sells pets or for a pet grooming business. May also provide animal care and grooming at a kennel. Works with animals in shelters or rescue organizations. Works primarily with dogs and cats. Assists veterinarians with vaccinations or other procedures; screens people who want to adopt an animal from a shelter and provides information about caring for animals.

$39,426 / year median in California

+13% projected growth

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Job Description

Experienced Kennel Attendant/Dog Handler Camp Run-A-Mutt San Marcos San Marcos, CA Job Details Part-time From $18 an hour 9 hours ago Benefits On-the-job training Employee discount Opportunities for advancement Flexible schedule Qualifications Companion animal handling Flexible scheduling Teamwork Dog handling Cleaning Animal body language reading Dog care Full Job Description Do you love DOGS? We are a top-rated cage-free doggy daycare and boarding facility and are looking to grow our team! We're looking for an individual with a passion for dogs to join our team of dog handler/yard attendant. Candidate must love dogs of all sizes and breeds, be dependable and possess exceptional skills in multitasking and problem solving. Prior experience as kennel assistant or handling dogs is required.
Duties:
Employees working in the yard are responsible to maintain an environment that is safe, social and fun for the dogs. Supervision of dogs includes vigilance, intervention, cleaning up after the dogs, documentation of activities and communication with other employees and owners.
Minimum requirements:
  • A love for dogs and their well-being,
  • Timeliness and your own transportation,
  • Positive attitude and team working skills.
  • Ability to positively interact with all sizes and breeds of dogs.
  • Ability to stand and walk around for long periods of time.
  • 18 years of age or older.
  • Must have a reliable means of transportation
  • Must be a quick learner and open to on-the-job training
  • Must be able to run and stand for hours at a time.
  • Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
Start date available ASAP!
Job Type:
Part-time Pay:
From $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
Employee discount Flexible schedule Opportunities for advancement Application Question(s): Are you able to work outdoors? Can you tolerate standing for 8 hours? What is your experience with dog handling and dog kennels?
Shift availability:
Day Shift (Preferred) Night Shift (Preferred) Overnight Shift (Preferred)
Work Location:
In person