Doggy Daycare Attendant / Dog Handler

Urban Pooch, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant pet care team dedicated to providing exceptional care for dogs in a fun and dynamic environment. As a Doggy Daycare Specialist, you'll engage with furry guests, ensuring their happiness and well-being while maintaining a clean and organized space. This role offers a competitive starting pay, great benefits, and a supportive atmosphere where you can grow your career. If you're passionate about animals and thrive in a lively setting, this opportunity is perfect for you. Apply now and be part of a team that values fun, integrity, and outstanding service!

Benefits

Employee Discounts

$100 Birthday Bonus

Great Work Atmosphere

Career Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in the pet care industry is preferred.
• Ability to lift more than 50 pounds and stand for 8 hours.

Responsibilities

• Entertain and care for dogs of various breeds and sizes.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the workspace.
• Collaborate with team members to complete tasks.

Skills

Dog Behavior Understanding

Communication Skills

Physical Endurance

Team Collaboration

Job description

Urban Pooch Canine Life Center in Chicago, IL is calling all animal-loving Doggy Daycare Specialists / Dog Handlers to apply to join our amazing pet care team full-time! We are currently hiring for 2nd and 3rd shifts, which are from 2:30pm-11pm and 11pm-7:30am respectively.

WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN OUR TEAM

We are a company that invests in our team and offers real opportunities for career growth. This pet care position earns a competitive starting pay of $16.50-$17.50 an hour, depending on experience. We provide our Dog Handlers great benefits and perks, including employee discounts on products and services as well as a $100 birthday bonus. We also make it easy to apply! If we have your attention, please continue reading about this Doggy Daycare Specialist position!

ABOUT URBAN POOCH CANINE LIFE CENTER

Urban Pooch Canine Life Center provides multiple pet care services ranging from daycare, overnight boarding, grooming, bathing, and even dog massages. To provide the best-in-class care, expertise, and services, our team offers socialization, companionship, exercise, and love – all of which nurture a happy and healthy dog. Our environment also facilitates a space where owners can bond with their animals and share their experiences in raising and caring for their dogs, another reason why our clients put their trust in us.

Our team strives to be the very best in all we do. We provide customer service that is unequaled, fun, and helpful. Remaining client-focused is the reason for our success and our team is to thank for that. Dogs just want to have fun, and so do we. By always fostering a sense of levity and playfulness we also strive to provide a delightful experience for our employees by providing great pay, incredible benefits, and the best work atmosphere.

ARE YOU A GOOD FIT?

We are looking for someone who is motivated to do quality work and further their career as a Doggy Daycare Specialist / Dog Handler. Ask yourself: Are you looking to work in a fun and dynamic environment where your VIP customers are four-legged cuddle bugs? Do you have previous experience in the pet care industry? Can you understand dog behavior, body language, and behavioral traits? If so, we want to meet you!

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU

As a Doggy Daycare Specialist / Dog Handler, you love coming to work each day ready to entertain our animal guests with a variety of personalities. Physical activity is a huge part of your job as you bend to pick up dogs of all shapes and sizes and work to get their wiggles out and energy levels down. To maintain an organized workspace, you clean throughout the day, yes this includes animal messes. You also collaborate with your team members to ensure all tasks and duties are accomplished. At the end of the day, you feel great about creating a loving and comfortable atmosphere for our furry guests.

If you can do this and meet the following requirements, apply today!

• Able to stand on your feet for 8 hours and lift more than 50 pounds
• Have flexible and open availability

APPLY NOW

Can you keep calm and collective in high-stress scenarios? Are you reliable, honest, trustworthy, and carry yourself with great integrity? Do you want to be part of a great team? Are you a positive and energetic person? Do you have GREAT communication skills? If you answered yes, apply now using our initial quick and easy mobile-optimized application.

Location: 60640