Dog Care Technician - Happy Hounds Dog Care Center

Happy Hounds Dog Care Center in Longmont, CO is looking to hire a full- or part-time Dog Care Technician to give lots of love and care to our cute and furry guests. Do you want a flexible full- or part-time schedule that fits your life? Are you an animal lover? Would you like to work with a company that provides great training, a supportive environment, and helpful management? If so, please read on!

This entry-level animal care position has a lot of room for advancement. We prefer to promote from within! This position also earns a competitive wage of $15.75 - $17/hour, depending on experience. We provide excellent benefits, including planned performance pay increases, a retail discount, discounted daycare or boarding, paid sick time, and breaks with delicious break-room snacks or coffee. We also provide great seasonal perks like hand and foot warmers in the winter or ice-pops during summer. We take care of our employees! If this sounds like the right full- or part-time entry-level animal care opportunity, apply today! Please note that PT employees must work a MINIMUM of 20 hours per week to remain knowledgeable of all the dogs and details of the job.

ABOUT HAPPY HOUNDS DOG CARE CENTER

We are experts at taking care of people's most valued possession - their pets! We take all sorts of pets and ensure that their needs are met. We provide everything from doggy daycare and luxury boarding to excellent grooming and cleaning services. We have climate-controlled suites, expansive play spaces, and the best team of employees. For over 15 years, we have been working hard to help each pet and owner receive the assistance they need. Because of this, we have built an established clientele that loves us! We take great pride in our work and ensure the best and safest animal care experience for each pet!

Here at Happy Hounds, we genuinely like each other and get along well. Our culture is diverse and open as we strive to make our employees feel comfortable, respected, and happy. We also train employees as needed, ensuring they are set up for success. Our team also enjoys a modern workspace, great technology, open communication, and plenty of opportunities for advancement. We love to promote from within those who are reliable and go the extra mile. Join us!

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A DOG CARE TECHNICIAN

As an entry-level Dog Care Technician, you help us take care of each pet that comes into our office. Without you, we can't provide the excellent service that we promise. You clean, supervise group play, feed dogs, and give medications if needed. Sometimes, you even perform basic grooming such as nail trims, baths, and de-shedding treatments. Your knowledge and dog handling skills come into play when keeping dogs calm, watching for stress signs, and analyzing other behaviors. You look forward to coming to work every day! Because you get to see our adorable guests, give belly rubs, get face licks, and play!

QUALIFICATIONS FOR A DOG CARE TECHNICIAN

• At least 18 years old
• High school diploma or equivalent required. Some colleges preferred
• Ability to work some holidays and weekends
• Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. and be on your feet for a minimum of 5 hours
• Ability to learn and independently operate various tools, equipment, and technology
• Love for all dogs and the smells, sounds, and silly behavior that comes with them

Are you a hardworking team player? Do you have excellent communication skills? Can you follow instructions well and complete tasks independently? Are you punctual and reliable? Do you have a patient and professional disposition to work with all types of people and dogs? Can you learn quickly? Are you kind, caring, and optimistic? If yes, you might just be perfect for this full- or part-time entry-level animal care position!

WORK SCHEDULE

This pet care position is flexible and can be either full- or part-time. You would typically work Monday through Sunday with day, evening, and night shifts available!

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR PET CARE TEAM?

If you feel that you would be right for this entry-level animal care job, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!

Location: 80504

As a Dog Care Facility with clients' pups with us 365 days per year, employees must work some combination of day shifts, evening shifts, weekend shifts, and holidays.