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Kennel Technician/Dog Trainer

Rascal Training
Woodland, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/31/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/30/2026

Rascal Training is hiring a weekend morning dog walker/kennel tech. Saturday - Monday hours, about 20 hours on an average week. This is an entry level part time position to start, perfect for someone in school or someone who would like to get their foot in the door with training dogs. You should apply if you like being outside, are excited about walking 5-10 miles a day in any weather, are willing to clean up after dogs, you like to work hard, and of course, love dogs! You must be able and willing to be standing and walking for your entire shift, work well alone and as part of a small team, be open to balance training tools and methodologies, and have reliable transportation.

This position could grow into a full-time dog trainer position for the right candidate who shows initiative and drive.

Ideally you are also willing to pick up fill in shifts occasionally at our sister biz, Mother Pupper Doggy Daycare, in Portland.

Previous dog handling experience is not necessary but being honorable, trustworthy, kind, hardworking, reliable and teachable are. We are in the business of making dog owners happy, customer service skills are essential.

The shifts we have available are weekend shifts, with the ability to add a few weekday shifts as well, beginning at 7am. Length of shifts can vary depending on time of year. We are based in Woodland, WA about 30 minutes outside of Portland.

Sick Time/Flex PTO/Continued Education Reimbursement/Free Boarding for Staff Dogs. DOE

Please, no phone calls or stopping by, we work by appointment only. We will contact you if we decide to bring you in for an interview. Thank you!

We are not in a rush to fill this position, applications without a cover letter/brief description of yourself and why you want to work with us will not be considered. Please don't just say 'I love dogs' in your cover letter, that is a given!

Must be 16 or older to apply.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Employee discount
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance

Application Question(s):

  • Please reply with a brief description of yourself and any applicable experience.

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $21

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