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Kawa Farms K-9 Training
Assistant Trainer/ Kennel Technician
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
An Animal Trainer trains animals to become familiar with human voices and contact, and to respond to commands. Trains dogs to assist people with disabilities. May train animals for a health, competition, or show. May train other animals such as horses, dolphins, and apes.
$38,989 / year median in Iowa
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Seeking an able-bodied, compassionate, and hardworking individual to join our team for our boarding, training, and dog academy in Winterset . Position Summary A kennel technician provides daily care, feeding, and exercise for all boarding pets. He or she also cleans the environments in which the dogs reside. A kennel technician must pay close attention to details, understand and follow proper feeding and sanitation procedures, and monitor all boarding pets. Job Responsibilities
- Keeping kennels, training areas, dog yards, and the facility clean
- Exercising, feeding, and observing the health of dogs
- Using mindfulness when moving and working with dogs who are reactive and/or service dogs.
- Basic grooming of dogs
- Communicating effectively with trainer's, supervisors, and other staff
- Understanding infectious diseases and how to control and prevent their spread
- Administering Medications as instructed
- Laundry
- Making sure the dogs remain happy and healthy
- Playing with and loving on the dogs! Basic Job Requirements
MUST BE OVER 18 TO WORK ALONE IN KENNELS
- US citizens or legally authorized to work in the US for at least the next 12 months
- Able to pass a background check
- Available to work 16 hours of the six major holidays (New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas)
- Ability to read and comprehend instructions
- Ability to do simple math
- Ability to remain calm and productive in stressful situations
- Must enjoy working around dogs
- Must be a team player Physical Obligations
- Able to lift dogs and carry equipment up to 35 pounds
- Ability to lift dogs or carry equipment over 50 pounds with assistance
- Endure sitting, standing, and walking on hard floor surfaces and stairs for extended periods
- Mowing Grass, Snow removal, Building and grounds upkeep. Hours Tuesday through Friday 10:00 Am
- 5:00 PM (End is negotiable) Saturday 7:30 AM
- 12:00
PM Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$14.00- $15.