FT - Dog Daycare Attendant

Workstream; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

Paid Training

Employee Pet Care Discounts

Tips (where applicable)

Growth opportunities within NVA

Job summary

NVA Pet Resorts is seeking a Full-Time Dog Daycare Attendant to supervise group play, manage pack dynamics, and ensure a safe, enriching daycare for dogs. This fast-paced role requires focus, stamina, and confidence in a canine-focused environment.

You will monitor body language, redirect behaviors, and maintain clean play areas while reporting health concerns and updates to leadership. This position involves standing for long periods and handling dogs of all sizes in indoor/outdoor spaces.

Qualifications

• Know how to supervise multiple dogs and read body language.
• Able to lift up to 60 lbs and work indoors/outdoors in varying temperatures.
• Reliable, punctual and safety-conscious in a fast-paced pet care setting.

Responsibilities

• Supervise group play sessions and monitor dog interactions.
• Redirect inappropriate behavior with calm authority and separate dogs as needed.
• Walk dogs to and from play areas and maintain clean, sanitary yards.
• Document playgroup notes and behavior observations for leadership.

Skills

Dog behavior

Group supervision

Safety-focused

Physical fitness

Observation skills

Reliability

Team-oriented

Job description

Dog Daycare Attendant - Full-Time

Do you thrive in high-energy environments? Love dogs — but also understand that safety comes first?

We’re looking for a Full-Time Dog Daycare Attendant to supervise group play sessions, manage pack dynamics, and ensure every dog has a safe, structured, and enriching daycare experience. This is an active, fast-paced role that requires focus, stamina, and confidence in a group dog setting.

Who We Are

NVA Pet Resorts is part of National Veterinary Associates (NVA) — the largest private owner of veterinary hospitals and pet resorts in North America, with 1,300+ locations. We’re proud to be in an $8B+ industry that continues to grow as pet parents seek premium, trusted care for their furry family members.

At NVA Pet Resorts, our mission is simple: create safe, fun, and loving environments for pets while providing exceptional experiences for our clients and team members

What You’ll Do

As a Daycare Attendant, you are responsible for the safety and structure of the pack.

Your day will include:

• Supervising group play sessions with multiple dogs
• Monitoring body language and preventing conflicts
• Redirecting inappropriate behavior calmly and confidently
• Separating dogs when needed
• Walking dogs to and from play areas
• Cleaning and sanitizing play yards throughout your shift
• Monitoring health and reporting any concerns immediately
• Documenting playgroup notes and behavior observations
• Communicating updates to leadership and occasionally to pet parents
• You will be on your feet most of the day, moving quickly, and staying alert.
• Yes — you will clean messes. Yes — you’ll get dirty. Yes — it can be loud and busy.
• And yes — it’s incredibly rewarding when done well.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking someone who is:

• Confident supervising groups of dogs
• Knowledgeable (or willing to learn) about dog behavior and pack dynamics
• Calm, assertive, and safety-focused
• Physically active and comfortable standing for long periods
• Detail-oriented with strong observation skills
• Reliable and punctual
• Team-oriented with a positive attitude

You must be able to:

• Lift up to 60 lbs
• Handle dogs of all sizes safely
• Work indoors and outdoors in various temperatures
• Work weekends and holidays
• Stay focused in a noisy, fast-moving environment

Work Schedule

• Full-Time
• Monday–Friday shifts
• Weekend availability required
• Holiday availability required

Benefits & Perks

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Paid Training
• Employee Pet Care Discounts
• Tips (where applicable)
• Growth opportunities within NVA

Equal Opportunity Employer

NVA Pet Resorts is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Doggie District Pet Resort & Training Center offers award-winning dog boarding, dog daycare, dog grooming and dog training in Las Vegas, NV and Phoenix, AZ. Our exceptional facilities feature luxury boarding suites and state-of-the-art daycare play spaces, and our talented team is dedicated to providing the highest quality, healthiest and most fun-loving care for pets and the parents who love them. Doggie District has the best staff in the pet care industry, we couldn’t be the Gold Standard without them!