Job Title: Dog Handler

Company: Southlake CritterCare

Location: Justin, TX

Hours: Day, Evening, and Weekend Shift work available

Pay: starting at $12 with opportunity to increase to $15 after completion of 4 week training

We are looking for an energetic and dedicated Dog Handler to join our team. As a Dog Handler, you will be responsible for the care and handling of a variety of breeds of dogs, including playing, enriching, and exercising outdoors with our Playgroup Pups.

Responsibilities:

• Providing fresh water and basic needs to dogs as required
• Exercising and playing with dogs to keep them physically and mentally stimulated
• Monitoring the health and wellbeing of dogs and reporting any concerns to a manager
• Cleaning and maintaining play equipment, and facilities to ensure a safe and hygienic environment for dogs
• Dedication to only using purely positive vocabulary and completion of Knowing Dogs 101 & 102 (provided)
• Basic training and socializing dogs to improve their behavior and obedience
• Assisting with walking dogs to and from buses and runs at the facility

Preferred:

• Experience as a Dog Handler or similar role
• Knowledge of different breeds of dogs and their specific care requirements
• Ability to physically handle and control dogs of all sizes and temperaments
• Ability to recognize and respond to signs of distress or illness in dogs
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to communicate effectively with your management and team

This is a part-time position with competitive pay and the opportunity to grow not only within the company but in your future as an animal care taker. If you are passionate about dogs, love being outside and have a commitment to providing high-quality care, we encourage you to apply.

To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to Claire Manning. We look forward to hearing from you!

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $12.00 per hour

Expected hours: 15 – 38 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Day range:

• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Shift:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Morning shift

Work setting:

• In-person
• Outdoor work

Application Question(s):

• Are you comfortable working on your feet for several hours while outside?
• We are always looking for Drivers to join our team. This is a position of reliability, trust, and benefits. Please respond "YES" if you have a 5 year clean driving record and would be interested in a full-time position.
• This is a part-time position that can work around your schedule. However, mornings (6:30am), evenings (9pm) and weekend shifts (4-5hr shifts) are most valued. Do you have some availability at these times?

Work Location: In person