Employer: Atlantic K9 Training, LLC
About the Company:
Atlantic K9, LLC is a privately owned and operated company in Boxford, MA that serves the north shore area. Atlantic K9 provides training for all daycare, boarding, and boot camp dogs with a foundation of positive behavior improving the relationship with the dog and their owner.
We are currently looking for a passionate and dedicated individual to join our rewarding and positive team. Qualified candidates must have a passion for training/handling dogs of all sizes, strong work ethic, positive attitude, willing to learn, team player, and excellent customer service skills.
**This is an Animal Care Attendant position with a potential future in becoming a Dog Trainer Apprentice under our company**
Job Summary:
Are you looking for a fun and rewarding career opportunity working with dogs? Atlantic K9 cultivates a positive work environment where employees have an opportunity to get paid to train and care for dogs! This position is for individuals who want to learn everything there is to know about dogs in a structured and safe environment. You will be surrounded every day by our trainers who will routinely provide knowledge about dog behavior, dog body language, pack play, obedience training, and so much more! Our supportive staff will train new employees to learn our methods to provide personal and attentive care to each and every daycare, boarding, and bootcamp dog.
Responsibilities / Essential Functions:
- Knowledgeable of and understands the Atlantic K9 Training programs offered and performed
- Building trusting relationships with clients and their dogs
- Meet and greet clients dropping off or picking up in a professional and caring manner between the hours of 7:30-9 am and 4-6 pm
- Checking dogs in and out for boarding and daycare
- Choosing the perfect kennel for each dog and communicating important information and special instructions provided by the owner
- Placing dogs into play groups that match their temperament, size, and individual personality
- Rotating groups of dogs in and out of the play yards and documenting their daily schedules
- Thoroughly looking over each dog when they come inside from their group training and play groups
- Working together as a team to schedule each dog’s training walk based upon the day
- Cleaning of assigned areas outside and inside done in the AM and PM hours of operation; and as needed throughout the day
- Feeding and medication administration for all dogs under our care
- Understanding each dog’s typical behavior and having the ability to recognize abnormal behavior
- Picking up and dropping off client’s dogs and be willing to use own vehicle if necessary
Skills and Experience:
- Dog daycare attendant or professional dog experience is required
- Dog training experience is a plus
- Vet or Veterinarian Technician or Vet Assistant experience is a plus
- Any other animal care is a plus
- Business experience and technical skills are a plus
- Passionate and comfortable handling/training dogs of all breeds or size
- High level attention to detail with ability to carefully follow directions/instructions properly
- Excellent customer service skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with clients and management
- Ability to be flexible with schedule
- Strong organizational skills
Physical Demands/Work Environment:
- Must possess a valid driver’s license
- Dependable transportation
- Frequently communicate orally and in writing with clients, employees, and management
- Ability to lift at least 40 lbs.
- Consistently standing, walking, reaching, bending, crouching
- Occasional work beyond normal daytime work hours
- Able to work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions outside
Education:
- Minimum High School GED or equivalent experience will be considered
Background Check:
- All offers of final employment will be contingent upon successful completion of background, criminal, driving and reference checks
Hours:
- Part time hours
- Flexibility is required
- Must be available: Weekends, at min two Saturdays and two Sundays a month, also available for Holidays
- Additional hours will be available during the summer and holidays
Atlantic K9 is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on basis of age, sex, race, color, marital status, physical or mental disability, creed, sexual orientation, or origin of any individual or any other legally protected status in its employment pursuant to state and federal laws.
This job description is not meant to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities of the employee, and Atlantic K9 reserves the right to amend and change the job duties within this job description at any time during the employment relationship.
Application Instructions:
- Resume
- Cover letter
- A minimum of three business references
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Holidays
- Weekends as needed
Application Question(s):
- What previous professional dog experience do you have?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Professional Dog Handling: 1 year (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
- Overnight Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: In person