Animal Care Technician

Company Description

Buck’s Dog Training Virginia LLC is a family-owned franchise that offers Basic Obedience, Service Dog Training, and Recreation for dogs on an 18-acre property in the countryside. As owners, we live and work on-site, assisted by a (non-live-in) staff we value tremendously.

Buck’s Virginia is a dynamic company with a commitment to growth and ongoing improvement: we challenge ourselves and our staff, as well as the dogs we train, every day. We offer courteous, professional service to our customers, who trust us to provide the best possible training, housing, socializing, and care of their dogs. We are a 5-star rated company, proud of our service record and committed to doing our best work every day. The dogs we train thrive in the upbeat, positive, and productive atmosphere we create at work, 7 days a week, 7 am to 9 pm, all year long.

Role Description

The Part-time Kennel Worker is a W-2 entry level position with the opportunity for advancement. Professional experience with dogs or dog training is appreciated but not required. On-site training, company literature, general resources, and cross-training with other staff members will be provided. The Part-time Kennel Worker has potential for advancement to a full-time position or as a Trainer.

This position is on-site and is not a remote position. You will be responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of the kennel and surrounding areas, and for the overall physical and emotional well-being of the dogs.

Your daily tasks will include, but are not limited to: dog walking; yard/kennel cleaning; and maintaining awareness of the safety, conduct, health and location of all dogs. You will be expected to promote a cooperative and friendly atmosphere in the kennel and on the property, and to maintain a professional and helpful attitude during work hours.

The Part-time Kennel Worker provides ongoing daily cleaning of the premises, including deep cleaning when necessary. The job involves physical contact with animals, including bodily fluids. The Part-time Kennel Worker must have the ability to stand or walk for an hour or more consecutively, to be outdoors in varied weather during part or all of a shift, and to lift up to 50 lbs., if necessary. In general your responsibility will be to ensure all dogs in our care are fed, exercised, paid attention to/supervised, and the areas they frequent are kept clean.

Organization, reliability, the ability to communicate effectively, a good attitude, reliable transportation, and punctuality are requirements for this position.

Requirements:

• The ability to travel to Newsoms/Franklin Virginia
• Strong Communication and Customer Service skills
• Organizational skills and attention to detail
• Reachable by text/phone
• Must love dogs!

Qualifications:

• Experience in animal care preferred
• Time management and the ability to prioritize tasks very desirable
• Internet connection and phone calling capabilities appreciated
• Experience in dog training or the study of animal psychology helpful

COMPENSATION

This role is W-2 and hourly.

The position requires a commitment of 15-20 hours per week. Opportunities to work additional hours, up to but probably not exceeding 40, will occur with some frequency, so flexibility is appreciated.

Buck’s Virginia pays its staff members electronically via direct deposit every 2 weeks.

In addition to base pay, a sales commission will be made available to you based on your efforts. You are eligible to receive a portion of every sale that you bring to Buck’s (start to finish). Sales commission begins at $100 per sale.

Top performers will receive additional incentives and bonuses.

Because we live and work on site, and because we run our business with such passion, our staff is extremely important to us. It doesn’t matter what level of work you’re seeking, we will invest in you if you are serious about your job. We want people who really care about dogs, who want to do their best work, who know how to get along with others, and who are interested in growing and learning.

We offer a beautiful and peaceful environment to work in: wide open spaces, flowering trees, sports fields, and of course the wonderful company of dogs. Our staff is skilled, supportive, and welcoming. Buck’s Virginia is always expanding and improving. We would love to bring you on board if your energy, enthusiasm, and vision is a match with ours.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $15.00 - $16.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• Evening shift
• Morning shift
• Night shift

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

• Are you willing to undergo a background check for this position?

Experience:

• Animal Care: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Newsoms, VA 23874 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15 - $16