Wag'n World is Hiring a Dog Handler/Kennel Technician Heights Location (Competitive Pay, Benefits, Employee Perks!) Near Houston, TX
Our guests come here to enjoy an open play environment where dogs can be dogs but always remember that group play is a privilege that can be taken away if the dog is displaying concerning behavior of any kind while in group*. The dog handler position is a very important one. Without our dog handlers, we would be unable to do everything we do to care for our guests properly and ensure all of our guests and employees are safe. With that being said, a list of a dog handlers' expectations are as follows;
Consistently and thoroughly monitor dogs in the group and scan the room/yard
Hover over dogs at play to promptly separate them if play is too rough
Pick up waste and dispose of it in appropriate areas
Maintain clean play areas (dog waste/hair, etc.)
Utilize time-outs/rotations and report them to Management
Inform incoming staff of behaviors, time-outs, incidents, general health, etc
Clean overnight kennels and transfer belongings into appropriate bins
Keep up with rotations between groups
Follow all company policies and procedures
Remain on your feet in the room/yard at all times
Essential Functions for Wag'n World Employees The list of essential functions below are some of the basic requirements all employees must be able to perform daily. All Wag'n World employees must have the ability to...
Work in noisy environments for long periods of time
Work in messy environments (ie. fur, dog dander, feces, vomit, and all other animal expressions)
Be alert and pay attention to detail for long periods of time
Lift and carry 45 lbs
Function in high stress situations
Climb on step stools/ladders to properly perform cleaning procedures
Stand and walk for at least 8 hours
Run for emergency situations
Bend, reach, twist, stretch, pull, and crawl
Work with various cleaning products (ie. chemicals)
Interact kindly and respectfully to all staff and all dogs
Find coverage for shifts if you are unable to work
To be recorded with video and audio while in work areas
Follow basic and complex instruction (complex = instructions with 2 or more steps)
Adhere to safety protocol
Follow company policies and procedures
Understand the risk involved when working with animals
Work in a fast-paced environment
Think and react quickly
Maintain our drug free workplace
Must be able to communicate effectively in English for operational purposes