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Part-Time Animal Caretaker at Jumping Jack Dog Ranch
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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.
$29,739 / year median in Texas
+18% projected growth
Job Description
Jumping Jack Dog Ranch is growing and we are looking for one part-time dog caretaker to join our 35+ person strong team! Our ideal candidate is a self-starter, motivated, physically active and loves dogs and people. We have an amazing team we have been building since we opened in 2017, and we have a no-drama policy. All employees are cross-trained in bathing, kennel and office within their first year of employment. Holidays and weekends are required. We are specifically looking for someone who has a flexible schedule. Responsibilities Feeding, medicating and bathing/drying dogs Walking dogs to/from play-yards and photographing them with our iPhones Cleaning dog suites, disinfecting yards Hiking dogs on nature trails Attention to detail to dogs behavioral and emotional needs Monitoring dogs around the swimming pool (must be able to swim) Able to work in any and all weather Able to lift 50+ pounds frequently Qualifications Experience working with dogs preferred Ability to work weekends and holidays required Consistently supervise animals during various activities Must be flexible with their schedule- able to flex hours up and down as needed Possess a positive attitude and ethics which support our values and culture Must be willing to work in a fast paced environment Must be on-time and reliable Benefits Clear career advancement, raises and training Monthly development check-in's with managers Free daycare and boarding for your dog, bring your dog to work! 1 Free groom a month for your dog. 401k, Healthcare for those who work at least 35 hours a week Time off requests are accommodated easily Guidance by certified dog trainers Pay is between $15-$18 starting depending on experience, management rates are between $20-$25 and we have a clear career path for those wanting to stay in this industry Tip share for those who work 40 hours in a pay period LGBTQ+ safe workspace