Fido’s Farm is a small play-based boarding and daycare dog kennel south east of Olympia. Dogs are outside in play groups 7-8 hours a day, every day.

We are looking for a hard-working, reliable individual for a full-time position. Hours are 8am-5pm; weekends and holidays are required. Starting pay is $16.50 an hour.

After passing an evaluation period employees also receive:

• Generous commissions for bath, nails and training
• Annual leave
• Continuing eduction in dog training

Kennel duties: supervise dog play groups, clean dog kennels, wash food and water dishes, feed dogs, scoop dog yards, teach dogs safety based skills and assist kennel lead with additional tasks. Lifting up to 50 pounds is required.

Fido’s is a working sheep farm, so farm work will be required as well as working in all weather conditions.

At least once year of professional canine experience is a MUST! We need an individual who understands dog body language, can effectively communicate with the dogs, and can safely handle dogs in all situations.

Apply with cover letter, resume and references.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $16.50 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• Paid training

Day range:

• Holidays
• Weekends as needed

Shift:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus opportunities
• Commission pay
• Tips

Work setting:

• In-person
• Outdoor work

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

• How many years of professional dog experience do you have?

Work Location: In person