What are the responsibilities and job description for the Future Opening: Kennel Tech/Dog Handler position at fido fido?
The Kennel Technician/Dog Handler is responsible for the supervision of the daycare/animals in enrichment programs/activities and is ideally trained and highly proficient in bathing and brushing dogs. Must have at least one year of previous professional experience working with dogs. Must have experience and comfort working with all-size dogs. The Kennel Technician has shown a pattern of reliability, proficiency, and enjoyment training dogs using positive reinforcement and gained valuable experience working in various positions in a dog care facility. The Kennel Technician is able to guide junior team members in their development, imparting knowledge gained from their own experience. The Kennel Technician is able to operate independently requiring little or no direct supervision. The Kennel Technician must present a professional image and feel comfortable talking to owners about their dogs.
Minimum Experience:
- 1-2 Years Experience Providing Animal Care in a Professional Setting (Not In-Home)
- Proven Ability to Engender Trust and Positive Response From Dogs
- Good Understanding of Positive Dog Training and Pack Behavior
- Proven Leadership and Staff Training Skills
- High School Graduate or GED Preferred
- Good Oral and Written Communications Skills
- Previous Work Experience Demonstrating Dependability
- Self Motivated and Independent
- Ability to Follow Instructions and Learn New Things
- Ability to Work in a Team Environment
- Demonstrated Flexibility
Job and Equipment Requirement:
- Must be able to Read, Write, and use a Computer, 2 Way Radio, and Camera
- Must be able to Lift and Carryover 25 Pounds, Bend, Stand, Hear, See, Go Up and Down Stairs and Walk
- Must be Able to Communicate Professionally on the Phone
- Must Complete and Pass in House Training Program
- Access to a Car Necessary
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $12.00 - $13.00 per hour
COVID-19 considerations:
We take employee safety seriously. All employees must wear face coverings while on duty and in the facility. Close contact with other staff members of the public is managed. Social distancing is maintained in the workspace.
We take employee safety seriously. All employees must wear face coverings while on duty and in the facility. Close contact with other staff members of the public is managed. Social distancing is maintained in the workspace.
Compensation: $12.00 per hour
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Company Purpose To unleash love, joy, peace, kindness, goodness, and gentleness into the world.
Mission: Our mission is to celebrate and promote a positive emotional bond between humans and dogs through providing a healthy, fun, interactive and loving environment in which dogs thrive. We do this by specializing in the daily and overnight care of dogs, enrichment activities, and other select services.
Salary : $12 - $13
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