What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kennel Staff Lead position at Chasing Life Dog Training?
We are looking to fill one full time and 1 part-time openings. We are looking for fun, energetic, positive, and reliable kennel staff! We are currently seeking employees that can work both weekdays and weekends. Scheduled shifts would be durning open hours of 5am-11:30pm, some shifts could be split shifts with some overnights. We are looking for individuals that are hard-working, dedicated, and team oriented.
Do you have a desire to learn more about dog behavior and continue to expand your knowledge by working with certified professional dog trainers? Are you someone who wants to start at a great company and work your way up from an entry level position to build a career in the field of dog training? If you have dog training experience we are excited for you to bring that with you also! If so, this is the job for you!
What we offer:
Inclusive, like-minded staff with a desire to learn and share best practices
A welcoming environment for innovative ideas
A top-rated, industry leading canine training facility
Education in canine body language/communication, and modern, dog training techniques
The ability to start at an entry level position and grow with the company to build a career
Are you someone who might enjoy:
- Feeding dogs and maintaining adequate water levels in all pails and dishes
- General dog grooming
- Scooping the yards and keeping them clean
- Spending time outdoors working in the yards observing dog behavior
- Assisting with dogs daily including: overseeing play groups, rotating play groups, retrieving and placing dogs in their kennels, etc.
- General cleaning duties such as: sweeping/mopping, keeping the kennel rooms clean, washing dog bowls, washing/drying/folding towels and blankets, loading and emptying the dishwasher, etc.
- Keeping our furry friends happy and providing plenty of TLC while remaining focused and reinforcing good manners
- Assisting with the training for dogs in the training programs while getting to a level to train on your own.
- Working with teaching clients about the training of the dog and assisting client with learning the foundations of the training program.
Do you have the following attributes:
Capacity to work Weekdays, weekends, holidays with reliable transportation to and from work.
Desire to work with dogs and learn dog behaviors
Ability to follow instructions and work independently
Someone who is neat and organized
Willingness to learn and be self motivated
Someone who makes safety a top priority
Has a keen attention to detail
Aptitude to multitask and problem solve
If you have an absolute love for dogs and think you’d be a great fit send us your resume and cover letter including (why you would like to work for our company and what is your training background) Minimum age is 17. Please only apply if you are truly interested in this job. WE WILL NOT MOVE FORWARD WITH ANY CANDIDATES WHO DO NOT SEND THE COVER LETTER!!! IN LETTER PLEASE PROVIDE YOUR CONTACT NUMBER.
Work Remotely
- No
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $14.50 - $19.00 per hour
Shift:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Night shift
- Overnight shift
Work Days:
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $19