Doggy Day Care Technician

Lsismpl; Brooklyn Park (MN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting pay $16-$20 (DOE)

Employee discount

Fun, rewarding, dog-filled workdays

Like-minded coworkers

Job summary

Stone Mountain Pet Lodge in Brooklyn Park is seeking a Doggy Day Care Technician to supervise playgroups, keep dogs safe and happy, and maintain clean, healthy spaces within the day care program.

You will interact with pet parents, follow established dog-handling procedures, and work in a fast-paced, high-energy environment from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM Monday through Friday, with some weekend shifts and opportunities for advancement for dependable teammates.

Qualifications

• Animal care experience preferred (personal or professional).
• Available 6:00 AM–6:00 PM, Monday–Friday, with some weekends.
• Able to work in a fast-paced, high-energy environment and follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Supervise dog playgroups and keep play safe, positive, and low-stress.
• Maintain constant visual observation of dogs and spread attention across the group.
• Use proper dog handling and introduction procedures as trained.
• Monitor new dogs closely and communicate any concerns to management right away.
• Report unusual behavior, injuries, eliminations, or concerns immediately.
• Follow the playroom checklist and complete incident reports.
• Carry a working 2-way radio while supervising dogs.
• Communicate clearly and kindly with customers.
• Scoop waste and clean accidents immediately.
• Dust mop/wet mop floors as assigned.
• Empty trash and disinfect indoor/outdoor areas.
• Clean and disinfect boarding suites.
• Wash and sanitize water bowls and toys.
• Greet customers and help bring dogs into the day care space.

Skills

Animal care

Teamwork

Dependable

Attention to detail

Job description

Doggy Day Care Technician (25-30 hours/week)

Schedule: ~25-30 hours/week (varies) Must be available between 6:00 AM–6:00 PM Monday-Friday Some Weekend availability required

About the Role

Love dogs and staying active? Join our team as a Doggy Day Care Attendant at Stone Mountain Pet Lodge, Brooklyn Park! You’ll supervise playgroups, help keep everyone safe and happy, keep our spaces clean and healthy, and provide friendly service to pet parents. Your primary hours will be scheduled in our day care program. Future advancement opportunities for those that display leadership potential.

What You’ll Do

• Supervise dog playgroups and keep play safe, positive, and low-stress.
• Maintain constant visual observation of dogs and spread attention across the group.
• Use proper dog handling and introduction procedures as trained.
• Monitor new dogs closely and communicate any concerns to management right away.
• Report unusual behavior, injuries, eliminations, or concerns immediately.
• Follow the playroom checklist and complete incident reports.
• Carry a working 2-way radio while supervising dogs.
• Communicate clearly and kindly with customers.

Cleaning & Facility Care

• Scoop waste and clean accidents immediately.
• Dust mop/wet mop floors as assigned.
• Empty trash and disinfect indoor/outdoor areas.
• Clean and disinfect boarding suites.
• Wash and sanitize water bowls and toys.

Customer Service & Support

• Greet customers and help bring dogs into the day care space.

What We’re Looking For

• Dependable, detail-oriented, and able to follow instructions.
• Animal care experience (personal or professional) is preferred.
• Self-motivated and able to work well on a team.
• Reliable transportation.
• Available between 6:00 AM–6:00 PM Monday - Friday and able to work weekends (weekends vary).

Physical Requirements

• Stand/walk for most of an 6-8 hour shift.
• Frequent bending, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and repetitive cleaning tasks.
• Work around noise, odors, pet dander/fur, and cleaning products.
• Comfortable working in indoor/outdoor areas in varying temperatures/weather.
• Able to safely handle dogs of all sizes and energy levels.
• Able to stay focused and attentive in a very stimulating, high-energy environment (dogs, noise, movement, distractions) while keeping safety the top priority.
• Lift/carry up to 30 lbs.

Perks & Benefits

• Starting pay $16-$20 (DOE)
• Employee discount
  
• Fun, rewarding, dog-filled workdays
• Like-minded coworkers