Dog Daycare Pro — Benefits & Growth Path

Waggles Pet Resort; Wheeling (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Holiday pay

Employee perks

Shift schedule

Job summary

Waggles Pet Resort in the Chicagoland area is hiring a Dog Daycare Attendant to care for high-energy dogs with a safety-first mindset. The role offers full-time or part-time schedules and opportunities to cross-train in lodging services as the team grows.

Join a fast-paced, pet-loving environment that values reliability, teamwork, and ongoing skill development. Competitive hourly pay, benefits, and weekend coverage as needed are provided.

Qualifications

• 1+ year paid, professional pet-care experience (daycare, kennel, shelter, or vet).
• Willing to work Full-time or Part-time, Monday–Friday with weekends as needed.
• Team player who communicates clearly and follows safety protocols.
• Cross-training (daycare + lodging) and learning new skills.
• Reliable, upbeat, and comfortable in a fast-paced, loud environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage playgroups with a safety-first mindset, monitor body language and group dynamics.
• Keep suites and play spaces clean and sanitized to maintain safety.
• Feed, water, and move dogs between areas; document issues and communicate with the team.
• Cross-train with lodging guests and assist throughout the resort as needed.
• Preferred: support pickup/drop-off driving routes with a valid driver's license.

Skills

Pet-care experience

Team player

Safety protocols

Reading dog language

Job description

Waggles Pet Resort in the Chicagoland area is hiring a Dog Daycare Attendant to care for high-energy dogs with a safety-first mindset. The role offers full-time or part-time schedules and opportunities to cross-train in lodging services as the team grows.

Join a fast-paced, pet-loving environment that values reliability, teamwork, and ongoing skill development. Competitive hourly pay, benefits, and weekend coverage as needed are provided.