What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dog Trainer position at High Speed Paws?
Dog Fitness Coach
High Speed Paws | Tampa, FL
Pay: $16-20.00/hour based on experience Tips
Hours: 8am to 4pm, part-time and full-time positions available
About the Position(PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING)
High Speed Paws is home to the only Mobile Dog Gym in the Tampa Bay area!
Our Mobile Dog Gym is a custom-built Sprinter van equipped with specialized canine treadmills (called slatmills). Throughout the day, you'll drive the company van to clients' homes, where you'll guide dogs through safe, one-on-one exercise sessions on the treadmills inside the van.
Your primary responsibility is safely exercising dogs on our specialized treadmills inside the Mobile Dog Gym. While most shifts focus on Mobile Dog Gym appointments, some days may also include dog walking visits as part of your schedule. This creates a fun and varied workday while allowing you to provide multiple services to our clients.
Many clients enjoy watching their dog's workout or chatting during the session, so we're looking for someone who is friendly, personable, and enjoys interacting with both people and pets.
You'll typically complete 6–9 appointments per shift, traveling throughout the greater Tampa Bay area in a company Sprinter van. Pick up and drop off of the company vehicle each shift is located in South Tampa
Responsibilities
-Drive a company Sprinter van to scheduled client appointments throughout the Tampa Bay area
-Safely exercise dogs using our specialized Mobile Dog Gym equipment
-Occasionally complete scheduled dog walking visits
-Monitor each dog's comfort, safety, and behavior during every session
-Build positive relationships with clients and their pets
-Clean and sanitize equipment between appointments
-Represent High Speed Paws with professionalism and outstanding customer service
We're looking for someone who is:
-Friendly, outgoing, and personable
-Comfortable interacting with clients throughout the day
-Passionate about dogs and animal care
-Reliable and punctual
-Comfortable working independently
-Confident driving a large vehicle
-Professional with excellent customer service skills
Requirements
-Valid driver's license
-Clean driving record (required) and ability to pass a background check (required)
-Comfortable driving a Sprinter van
-Comfortable handling dogs of various breeds, sizes, and energy levels
-Ability to safely lift and assist dogs weighing up to 80 pounds when needed
-Able to work outdoors in Florida weather while traveling between appointments
-Company vehicle pickup and drop-off take place in South Tampa before and after every shift.
Pay & Benefits
-$16-20/hour based on experience tips
-Company vehicle provided during shifts
-Active, rewarding work environment
-Spend your day working with dogs instead of sitting behind a desk
Schedule
-Part-time (20–25 hours per week)
-Daytime shifts 8am to 4pm
-Weekday availability required
-Additional weekend availability is a plus
If you're looking for a fun, unique career working with dogs and enjoy providing exceptional customer service, we'd love to hear from you! Check out our social media platforms (Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook) for further insight on what a day in the dog gym looks like.
Pay: $16.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
Application Question(s):
- Do you have a clean driving record?
- Are you comfortable handling all breeds of dogs, and lifting up to 80lbs?
- What is your weekly availability Monday-Sunday?
- Are you comfortable driving a sprinter van?
Experience:
- Animal care or handling: 1 year (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $20