Dog Trainer and Daycare Handler

TAILored Pet Services LLC; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van provided

Training gear provided

Job summary

TAILored Pet Services LLC is seeking a skilled dog trainer to lead structured daycare, 1-on-1 training, and off-site adventures. You will supervise groups of dogs with positive reinforcement, ensuring safe play and clear communication with owners.

A valid license to drive the van is required, and you’ll enjoy a Monday–Friday schedule with no evenings or weekends. The role emphasizes a training-first daycare culture, diverse daily tasks including classes and route walks, and provides all training

Qualifications

• Professional dog training certification (CPDT-KA, KPA-CTP, IAABC, etc.) or formal dog training education, with hands-on positive-reinforcement methods and canine behavior knowledge.
• Strong group management skills for dogs of all sizes, reading body language, safe, positive play, and independent classroom leadership.
• Valid driver's license with clean record to drive the company van.
• Positive energy, team player, clear owner communication, and enthusiasm every day.

Responsibilities

• Lead small-group daycare and 1-on-1 Daycare & Train sessions.
• Lead Walk & Train routes and teach classes.
• Load the company van for off-site adventures.
• Utilize structured play and behavioral wellness in a training-first daycare culture.

Skills

Group management

Positive reinforcement

Dog handling

Canine behavior knowledge

Education

CPDT-KA / IAABC / KPA-CTP certification

Job description

Full-Time | Monday-Friday (7:30 AM - 4:30 PM) |No Evenings or Weekends |Van Provided

Love training dogs, but hate the hassle of managing unpaid downtime?

We're flipping the traditional dog training model on its head! At our facility, you don't need to hunt for clients - our vibrant daycare program is packed with dogs eager for structured learning, enrichment, and training every single day.

We're looking for a skilled, energetic dog pro who thrives in a dynamic environment, combining hand-on playgroup management with targeted behavioral training.

What Makes This Role Unique:

1. Guaranteed Hours: No waiting around for your next training appointment or worrying about gaps in your schedule. You'll have 40 guaranteed hours every week, combining training with hand-on work in our daycare program.
2. A Training-First Daycare Culture: We don't do chaotic, free-for-all dog parks. Our daycare focuses on structured play, positive reinforcement, and behavioral wellness.
3. Variety Every Single Day: Your schedule is a fun mix of leading small-group daycare, running 1-on-1 Daycare & Train sessions, leading Walk & Train routes, teaching classes, and loading up the company van for off-site adventures.
4. Work/Life Balance That Actually Exists: Done by 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday, with nights and weekends entirely yours. You're free to relax or run your own private evening clients without burning out.

What We're Looking For:

• Professional Training Background: Professional dog training certification (CPDT-KA, KPA-CTP, IAABC, etc.) or formal dog training education, combined with hand-on experience using positive-reinforcement training methods and a strong understanding of canine behavior and body language.
• Group Management Skills: Comfortable working with groups of dogs of all sizes, reading canine body language, and maintaining safe, positive play. Confident independently leading group training classes.
• Valid Driver's License: Clean driving record and valid insurance to drive the van for training outings and adventure walks.
• Positive Energy: A team player who genuinely loves dogs, communicates clearly with owners, and brings enthusiasm to the group every day.

Perks & Pay:

• Up to $30/hour depending on experience and certifications.
• Guaranteed full-time hours with a predictable Monday-Friday schedule.
• Unpaid 1-hour lunch break every day.
• All training gear, facility space, client base, and company van provided.