What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dog Handler position at Little Ponderosa Pet Resort and Spa?
```Duties:```
- Provide care and handling for animals in a professional and compassionate manner
- Assist with feeding, grooming, and exercising animals
- Clean and maintain animal enclosures, including cages, kennels, and play areas
- Monitor the health and behavior of animals and report any concerns to the appropriate staff
- Administer medications or treatments as directed by management staff
- Provide customer service by answering questions and providing information about animal care
```Requirements:```
- Previous experience in animal care, such as pet sitting, dog handling, or veterinary assistance
- Knowledge of basic animal behavior and handling techniques
- Strong customer service skills to interact with pet owners and provide information about animal care
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Physical stamina to handle animals of various sizes and lift heavy objects if necessary
- Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and evenings as needed
Summary
As a Dog Handler, you will be responsible for providing exceptional animal care and handling services, with a focus on dog handling and customer service. Utilizing your core skills in animal care, pet care, and animal handling, you will ensure the well-being and comfort of the dogs under your care. Your premium skills in dog training and veterinary experience will be valuable in administering medication and addressing any health concerns. Strong communication skills will enable you to interact effectively with pet owners and team members. Join our team and make a positive impact on the lives of our pawed companions.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour
Expected hours: 16 – 30 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- On-the-job training
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Uniform allowance
Shift:
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
Supplemental Pay:
- Attendance bonus
- Performance bonus
- Tips
Work Days:
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $18