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Pet Care Specialist
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What they do
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.
$30,108 / year median in Tennessee
+16% projected growth
Job Description
We're Hiring:
Pet Care Specialist Happie Hounds is looking for a dependable, hardworking Pet Care Specialist to join our pack!Pay:
$12.50/hour starting This is a hands-on, active position caring for dogs in our daycare and boarding programs. What You'll Do- Supervise and engage with daycare groups
- Monitor dog behavior and play
- Feed and care for boarding pups
- Clean yards, kennels, dishes, and common areas
- Refresh water and clean up messes
- Take photos for pup parents
- Help with enrichment, events, and daily routines
- Communicate concerns to Leads and Managers We're Looking For Someone Who
- Truly loves dogs
- Is dependable and hardworking
- Is comfortable with dogs of all sizes and personalities
- Can work in a loud, fast-paced environment
- Doesn't mind getting dirty, wet, furry, or slobbered on
- Takes initiative and works well with a team
- Is available for some weekends and holidays Think you'd be a good fit for The Happiest Place on Turf?
Pay:
From $12.50 per hourBenefits:
Employee discount Flexible schedule On-the-job training Opportunities for advancementWork Location:
In personBenefits
- Flexible Work Schedules
- Dental Insurance
- Discounts/Reimbursements