What are the responsibilities and job description for the Animal Care Specialist position at Wag-On-Inn?
If you love dogs, want to be a part of something bigger than yourself, and thrive working as part of a team, then this position is for you!
We are a locally owned expanding business looking to hire dependable and hard working animal lovers. We are a fast paced doggy daycare and boarding facility located in Medina, OH and are looking to expand our already great team of knowledgeable animal care professionals. We strive to provide the best care possible for our clients, and keep their pets happy, healthy and safe while they are in our care.
The job responsibilities for any position include, but are not limited to:
· Monitoring and interacting with our daycare and boarding dogs as they play in our off-leash environment
· Administering medication
· Cleaning the facility throughout the day
· Interacting with clients in our lobby and via telephone
· Visiting clients homes and walking dogs
· Pet taxiing dogs to and from the facility
· Creating and implementing enrichment games/activities
· You must be able to lift at least 50 lbs
Utilizing our four-step training program, you will learn the following:
· Animal Behavior
· How to appropriately handle and manage dogs in any group size
· Specific breeds and their tendencies
· Canine Enrichment and how to utilize it to promote the mental and physical well being of every dog in our care
We are an indoor/outdoor facility so all employees must be able to dress appropriately for the weather and you must maintain a professional attitude and appearance at all times.
We offer many services to our clients, which include:
· Daycare
· Dog and cat boarding
· Full service grooming salon
· Dog walking, pet sitting and pet taxi services
Previous experience working with dogs preferred. We are looking for full or part-time animal care attendants for the daycare/boarding dogs. In the boarding industry our guests need our care 24/7; therefore, you must be available to work when needed on holidays and weekends.
Please include a cover letter explaining why you feel you would be a good addition to our team and why this job interests you.
Job Type: Full-time
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $11.00 - $12.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
Experience:
- Animal handling: 1 year (Preferred)
- animal care: 1 year (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $11 - $12