What are the responsibilities and job description for the Canine Coach position at Dogtopia of South Lafayette?
Canine Coach
Dogtopia is the leading dog daycare in the U.S. that provides a safe and fun environment for daycare, overnight stays, and spa services, giving pet parents peace of mind. We are active in the community and are driven by the belief that we can enable dogs to positively change our world.
Job Description
Dogtopia of South Lafayette is seeking hardworking, organized, and self-motivated individuals to join our Canine Coach team. Professional dog experience is preferred, but not required. Beginning salary starts at $10.00/hour with options for advancement if qualified. Opportunities for growth for those considering a career working with dogs. Option to bring personal dog to join playgroups when all criteria is met.
Qualifications
- 18 years of age or older
- Dog lover! Must be able to interact in a positive and humane manner with dogs of all sizes, temperaments, and breeds
- Able to lift up to 50lbs without help
- Must be willing to work weekends and holidays when needed
- Open availability
- Ability to stay calm and collected in stressful or intimidating circumstances
- Reliable Transportation
Responsibilities
Canine Coach responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Supervise and facilitate play in a large group of off-leash dogs
- Show attention and care to all the dogs in your playroom
- Maintain consistent time and attendance standards as well as dress code at all times
- Ability and knowledge to provide basic grooming services such as baths, nail trims, ear and teeth cleaning, brush outs, etc.
- Work with others in a team and communicate effectively both orally and written
- Heavily clean on a daily basis, including sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, and cleaning up dog waste
- Feeding and medicating dogs as needed
Additional Information
All of our employees are expected to live up to the Dogtopia core values:
- We LOVE life unconditionally like a dog
- We STAY loyal to our pack
- We CHASE the absolute highest standards of safety
- We PLAY to our fullest potential
- We TREAT every day like it's the Most Exciting Day Ever!
All personal information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Pay: From $10.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
Shift:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
Work Days:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Application Question(s):
- How many years of professional dog experience (working for or with a dog-related company) do you have?
- Are you at least 18 years of age?
Ability to Relocate:
- Lafayette, LA 70503: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $10