What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dog Attendant position at Wanderlust Dogs?
Join Our Team at Wanderlust Dogs!
Are you passionate about providing exceptional care to dogs and ensuring their health and happiness? If so, we have an exciting opportunity at Wanderlust Dogs in beautiful Glenwood Springs, Colorado.
We're looking for a dependable, enthusiastic Dog Attendant who values being on time, pays attention to detail, and genuinely loves animals. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys being active, as you'll be responsible for supervising and engaging with our canine guests in a fun and secure environment. Previous experience working with dogs in a professional setting is a plus.
If this sounds like the right job for you, apply now!
About Us:
At Wanderlust Dogs, we're redefining dog hospitality! We take pride in creating lasting and memorable relationships with our canine guests and their owners. Our state-of-the-art facilities, spacious indoor play areas, outdoor yards, high staff-to-dog ratio and top-notch service guarantee an unforgettable experience for every pup that enters our doors.
We Offer:
- A positive, casual work environment
- Supportive management and a collaborative team
- Competitive pay between $15-$20 per hour (full-time) based on experience with room for growth and development
The Job:
- Get to know each dog's unique traits and preferences while delivering personalized care and attention tailored to their needs
- Oversee and engage with our canine guests during group activity, monitoring their level of play and ensuring their safety and well-being
- Feed meals prepared by the front office and administer medications as directed, monitor food and water intake, and document eating habits
- Keep the play and sleeping areas clean, sanitized and well-maintained
- Capture photos and videos for use in social posts and owner updates
- Assist the team with any additional tasks required to ensure top-notch care for our dogs
- Be punctual for shifts and show a strong dedication to being dependable and accountable.
What's Required:
- Must love dogs and people!
- Previous experience in a dog daycare or boarding facility is a big plus!
- Dependability is an absolute must in this role - it's essential to show up for scheduled shifts consistently and on time
- Strong multitasking and prioritization skills are a necessity; you'll be managing multiple dogs and tasks all at once
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- Self-motivated and able to take initiative, with a strong sense of responsibility and attention to detail
- Effective communicator with both people and dogs, strong interpersonal skills
- Proficient problem-solving abilities and the capacity to handle challenging situations calmly and professionally
- Comfortable interacting with dogs of various sizes and temperaments
- Willingness to learn and adhere to our high standards of care, safety, and cleanliness
- Physical stamina for supervising, playing with, and cleaning up after dogs throughout your shift, including the ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 40 lbs
- Flexibility with scheduling, as weekend and holiday availability is required
- Dependable transportation and availability to work in all weather conditions
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 35 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
Shift:
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
Supplemental Pay:
- Tips
Work Days:
- Holidays
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $20
