Canine Coach

Dogtopia of Limerick; False Pass (AK); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Dogtopia of Limerick is seeking a Playroom Attendant to lead play areas for our canine guests, ensuring a safe, fun environment and top-notch customer satisfaction. You will monitor groups of dogs, perform daily cleaning duties, and support grooming-related tasks while following health-standard protocols.

Applicants should love dogs of all breeds, arrive on time, and contribute to a positive team atmosphere. Training will emphasize positive reinforcement and safety in a busy playroom setting.

Qualifications

• Must love dogs of all breeds.
• Able to command a room of energetic dogs using positive reinforcement.
• Reliable punctuality and willingness to clean throughout the day.

Responsibilities

• Supervise playrooms to maintain a safe environment and ensure dogs' well-being.
• Cleaning duties: sanitize crates, floors, and play areas throughout the shift.
• Health and grooming: assist baths and nail trims per list; follow health procedures.
• Teamwork: communicate clearly with the team and maintain professional conduct.

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

As the Playroom Attendant you are responsible for leading the playroom for our furry friends by creating a safe and fun environment - and also setting the highest standards and satisfaction of our customers.

A successful candidate must love dogs of all breeds, be strong-willed, and able to command a room of energetic dogs using only positive reinforcement techniques. Candidates will consistently arrive on time and as scheduled and be willing to clean throughout the day to keep the facility sanitary.

Job responsibilities include but may not be limited to:

Supervise Playrooms

• Help dogs have the Most Exciting Day Ever!
• Maintain control of a large group of dogs in open play ensuring a safe environment
• Continuously on your feet showing the dogs attention and care
• Complete the setup and/or close down of playrooms
• Prevent scuffles from escalating by calming and separating dogs when play gets too rough.
• Be aware of the environment at all times and monitor special need dogs

Cleaning Duties

• Playrooms are continually cleaned throughout the shift to ensure a safe and sanitary environment.
• Daily and weekly cleaning assignments typically include moving and sanitizing crates up to 48” x 24” as well as vacuuming and mopping the walls, floors and play equipment with sanitizing solutions.

Health and Grooming

• Giving dogs baths and/or nail trims. Proper procedures include the use of appropriate shampoo for the dog, appropriate use of bathing equipment, and the clean-up of the bathing area upon completion.
• Ability to understand and follow without exception the Feeding List, Medication List and Allergy List to ensure that all health standards are met consistently

Teamwork

• Ability to work cohesively with a team in both a respectful and professional manner
• Effectively communicates both orally and written. Communicate relevant information to front desk via walkie-talkie. Complete daily room logs with dog names, descriptions, and other behavioral notes for team members coming in after you.
• Always showing love for the dogs while being polite and respectful to our customers when dropping off and picking up.
• Maintains consistent time and attendance standards
• Follows company dress code guidelines to help ensure safety while with dogs
• Reliable attendance and on time for scheduled shifts, in the case of an emergency effectively communicate in advance of issues to allow time for proper coverage.
• Takes their own development as a personal responsibility and uses mistakes or challenges as an opportunity to grow to a higher standard of performance.

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Must be 18 or older