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Dog Daycare Attendant

It's A Dogs Life MI Resort & Spa
Wixom, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 3/27/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/27/2025

Job Title: Dog Boarding & Daycare Attendant

Location: It’s A Dog’s Life Resort & Spa – Wixom, MI

Job Type: Full-Time or Part-Time

Salary: $13.00 - $17.00 / hr. depending on experience

Job Summary:

We are seeking a passionate and responsible Dog Boarding & Daycare Attendant to join our incredible team at It’s A Dog’s Life Resort & Spa! This role involves providing care, supervision, and enrichment for dogs in our boarding and daycare facility. The ideal candidate loves animals (dogs in particular), is hardworking, and has experience handling dogs of all breeds and sizes.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Supervise and monitor dog playgroups to ensure a safe and fun environment.
  • Feed, water, and administer medications as needed to boarding dogs.
  • Clean and sanitize kennels, play areas, and common areas to maintain a hygienic facility.
  • Engage dogs in playtime, enrichment activities, and exercise sessions.
  • Observe and report any signs of illness, injury, or behavioral concerns.
  • Ability to photograph fun pictures of dogs while in our care.
  • Assist with check-ins and check-outs, providing excellent customer service to pet owners.
  • Follow all facility policies and procedures to ensure the health and safety of all animals.

Qualifications & Requirements:

  • Previous experience in animal care, dog daycare, boarding, or a related field preferred.
  • Comfortable working with dogs of all breeds, sizes, and temperaments.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in an active, outdoor, and indoor environment.
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills.
  • Reliable, punctual, and able to work weekends and holidays as needed.
  • Passion for animals and a commitment to providing top-notch care.

Benefits:

  • Competitive pay based on experience.
  • Opportunities for career growth in the pet care industry.
  • Employee discounts on services and products.
  • Fun and rewarding work environment with a team that loves animals!

If you are an animal lover who enjoys working in a fast-paced and rewarding environment, we would love to hear from you! Apply today by submitting your resume and a brief cover letter explaining why you're the perfect fit for this position.

This job description may not encompass all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the role described and may be amended at any time at the employer's sole discretion.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $13.00 - $17.00 per hour

Expected hours: 15 – 32 per week

Benefits:

  • Employee discount
  • Flexible schedule
  • Food provided
  • On-the-job training
  • Opportunities for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Paid training
  • Professional development assistance
  • Uniform allowance

Shift:

  • 10 hour shift
  • 12 hour shift
  • 4 hour shift
  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Evening shift
  • Morning shift
  • Split shift

Supplemental Pay:

  • Commission pay
  • Tips

Work Days:

  • Holidays
  • Monday to Friday
  • Rotating weekends
  • Weekends as needed

Experience:

  • Dog Daycare play yard: 2 years (Required)
  • Dog boarding cleaning and care: 2 years (Required)
  • Commercial Building cleaning and sanitizing: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

  • Wixom, MI 48393 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

  • Wixom, MI 48393: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $13 - $17

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