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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.
$40,144 / year median in Virginia
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Breakthrough K9 Training is hiring 2 part time kennel techs for Saturday and/or Sunday evening shifts from 3pm - 10:30pm. Pay is commensurate with experience and willingness to work weekend evening shifts consistently. Must be reliable, timely, self motivated, and have at least 1 year experience working in a kennel environment with dogs of all sizes. Must be able to leash walk dogs of all sizes to and from kennels to exercise yards. The position also includes feeding dogs, cleaning kennels and exercise yards as well as the training room. Must adhere to BTK9 safety protocol at all times. —Must have a pleasant attitude and be able to communicate respectfully with staff and clients. Must have good personal hygiene.