Canine Coach - Dog Daycare 6am-1pm Shift

Dogtopia of Arlington Heights; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Free food & snacks

Free uniforms

Paid time off

Training & development

Job summary

Dogtopia of Arlington Heights is hiring Canine Coaches/Rovers to supervise groups of dogs, lead enrichment activities and ensure safe, positive play experiences. You will learn dog behavior, body language and safe playroom management through extensive on‑the‑job training.

Roles offer mornings, evenings, weekends, and some holidays with paid time off after milestones. You may advance to full‑time based on performance and tenure, and you can bring your own dog to work on eligible shifts.

Qualifications

• Passion for dogs and willingness to learn.
• Active and able to handle a fast-moving environment.
• Flexibility to work mornings, evenings, weekends and some holidays.

Responsibilities

• Supervise dogs in open-play rooms.
• Reward positive behaviors and redirect dogs when needed.
• Manage energy and safety of the playroom.
• Lead games, enrichment and activities.
• Keep playrooms clean, healthy and safe.
• Assist in Spa with bathing dogs and basic grooming.
• Clean up after dogs as part of care.

Skills

Dog lover

Active

Team player

Flexible schedule

Responsible

Job description

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Free food & snacks
• Free uniforms
• Paid time off
• Training & development

LOVE DOGS? COME BUILD SKILLS, MAKE A DIFFERENCE AND GET PAID FOR IT.

Start at $16/hour (part time) and move to $17/hour after completing your first 90 days of training. Continue earning increases based on tenure and performance. Quickly move from part time to full time based on performance.

Morning Shifts, Afternoon/Evening Shifts, Mid-Day Shifts, Weekends and Nights.

And yes, you can bring your dog to work.

This is a great opportunity for someone starting their career, figuring out what comes next, or looking for a job that actually means something.

This is more than playing with dogs. You are responsible for their safety, care, enrichment and experience.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Bring your dog to work during eligible shifts
• $25 birthday bonus
• Additional pay for select holidays
• Employee referral program
• Quarterly customer service bonus when survey goals are achieved
• Years of Service bonuses for annual milestones
• Extensive training in dog behavior and playroom management
• Opportunities to grow into additional responsibilities and leadership roles

Full-Time Benefits - earned with part-time performance milestones

Team members who move into full-time status can become eligible for benefits after 90 days while consistently working at least five shifts per week. Benefits include health insurance, paid time off and a retirement plan.

What You'll Actually Do

As a Canine Coach/Rover, you will learn how to safely and confidently care for groups of dogs of different sizes, personalities and energy levels.

You will:

• Supervise dogs in our open-play rooms
• Reward positive behaviors and redirect dogs when needed
• Manage the energy and safety of the playroom
• Lead games, enrichment and activities
• Keep our playrooms clean, healthy and safe
• Assist in our Spa by bathing dogs, trimming nails and helping with basic grooming services

And yes, cleaning up after dogs is part of caring for dogs.

You Might Be Perfect for This Job If...

• You genuinely love dogs and want to learn more about them
• You like being active instead of sitting behind a desk
• You want teammates who have each other's backs
• You take responsibility seriously because animals and people are depending on you
• You can stay calm, think on your feet and handle a fast-moving environment
• You are willing to work mornings, evenings, weekends and some holidays

No professional dog experience? That's okay. We train you. Already have dog daycare experience? Even better.

You must be able to:

• Be around groups of dogs of all sizes
• Lift up to 40 pounds
• Work a flexible schedule including some weekends and holidays

Work at a Top Dog Facility

Our Canine Coaches receive structured training in dog behavior, body language, positive reinforcement, redirection, safe playroom management and canine care.

You'll learn what it means to show up, be accountable, care for others, work as a team and have others depend on you. Those are skills you'll take into whatever comes next.

Love dogs? Ready to grow?

Must be 16 or older.