Entry-Level Dog Care & Pet Spa Assistant

Tailchasers Pet Care; Lake Barrington (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Pet first aid cert

Education in dog training

Employee discounts on services

Job summary

Tailchasers Barrington Pet Resort is hiring reliable, attentive pet lovers to join our team. No prior experience is required—we’ll train you. You’ll supervise dog playgroups, provide pet spa services, and keep kennels clean in a busy, fun environment.

This entry-level role offers on-the-job training, paid certifications, and opportunities to learn dog behavior. You’ll gain hands-on experience with pets and enjoy a supportive team that loves animals.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required—we’ll train you.
• US citizen or legally authorized to work in the US.
• 16 years of age or older.
• Able to pass a background check.
• Able to lift 50 pounds unassisted.
• Stand for up to 6 hours at a time.
• Friendly and professional with customers.
• Basic computer/tablet skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage dog playgroups.
• Provide pet spa services (baths, nail trims/grinds, teeth brushing, ear cleaning).
• Keep kennels and pet lodging areas clean and sanitized.
• Feed pets and administer medications as directed.
• Help reinforce basic dog training commands (sit, stay, wait).
• Work indoors and outdoors in all weather, on your feet for most of your shift.

Skills

Dog care & handling

Dog playgroups

Pet spa services

Kennel sanitation

Medication administration

Basic dog training

Customer service

Lift 50 pounds

Stand 6 hours

Computer/tablet skills

Education

On-the-job training

Education in dog training and animal behavior

Job description

Tailchasers Barrington Pet Resort is hiring reliable, attentive pet lovers to join our team. No prior experience is required—we’ll train you. You’ll supervise dog playgroups, provide pet spa services, and keep kennels clean in a busy, fun environment.

This entry-level role offers on-the-job training, paid certifications, and opportunities to learn dog behavior. You’ll gain hands-on experience with pets and enjoy a supportive team that loves animals.