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.
Dogtopia, the industry leader in dog daycare, boarding, and spa services has immediate openings for energetic, organized, & happy individuals to
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! This role will be cross-trained as a Canine Coach. Applicants must love dogs - and, upon successful completion of training, you can even bring YOUR dog to work with you! What a bonus! Successful team members will earn a pay increase upon completion of training after the first 30 days. Starting pay $14 •$15 after 30 days and completion of required training.
What we offer:
Let's look at what Dogtopia does for you! It's always bring your dog to work day! Education in basic dog obedience and training Fun, dynamic team culture Career progression based on performance Be a part of a growing business Additional certification program training Competitive compensation with flexibility in scheduling Learn key skills related to customer service, teamwork, or even sales! Core Competences Fully understands the Dogtopia daycare and boarding model Appetite for continuing education Ability to learn dog behavior Consistent and timely attendance Following guidelines & developed processes, especially those related to safety Qualifications Must be 18 years old, minimum Must love dogs Must understand that dogs in our care depend on you showing up to work on time; attendance & reliability is a MUST! Strong customer service skills Ability to spend up to 100% of work time standing The ability to lift heavy pets and equipment Ability to "own" a room of dogs Ability & enthusiastic willingness to help out in other areas of the business, as needed Ability to react to situations that may pose a hazard to the health and safety of dogs entrusted by pet parents to Dogtopia Ability to work flexible days and hours, including holidays and weekends (STRONG
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) Ability to work cohesively with others in a fun, fast paced environment Personal Characteristics Detail oriented Quick thinker Strong observation skills Fun-loving Outgoing, enthusiastic by nature Emotionally intelligent Strong multi-tasker Excellent communicator The Rules by which we, as DOGTOPIANS, live by: We LOVE life unconditionally like a dog. We STAY loyal to our pack. We CHASE the absolute highest standards of safety. We PLAY to our fullest potential. We TREAT every day like It's the Most Exciting Day Ever! The Rover is responsible for working to set the highest standards and satisfaction of safety & cleanliness, while ensuring each dog has the most exciting day ever! Please take a moment and watch this short video to learn more about the brand:
Dogtopia Video Requirements:
Leading dogs from pet parent drop-off in lobby to back of house area, and bringing dogs from back of house to pet parent at pick-up Support playroom staff with day to day tasks Perform temperament tests with dogs new to Dogtopia Effectively, honestly, & professionally communicate results of dog's visit at Dogtopia to pet parents Maintain control of large groups of dogs Exercise door control in all rooms Have Fun on Camera! (all playrooms are equipped with cameras for pet parents to stay engaged) Care for all furry friends as if they were a part of your family Engage, Play and Enjoy the furry friends! Recommend & monitor action plans for dogs Complete all assigned learning paths Perform grooming duties (baths, nail trims, ear & teeth brushing, brush-outs, etc.) Perform meal prep with little or no guidance Organize daycare and boarding belongings properly with correct labels Maintain equipment Maintain regular cleaning schedule (mopping, sweeping, trash, water refill, etc.) Perform laundry duties Ensure that dogs entrusted by pet parents to Dogtopia are secure from hazards to their health and safety Work as a Canine Coach in playrooms during breaks or as needed to cover shifts Assist with any other duties needed, as directed by the
GM Pay:
From $14.00 per hour
Benefits:
Employee discount Flexible schedule On-the-job training Opportunities for advancement Paid training
