Address
Form of workJob Description
Dog Enrichment Daycare Coach / Hotel Runner
It’s A Dog’s Life Resort & Spa
JOB TITLE: Dog Daycare Play Yard Coach
JOB TYPE: Part Time ONLY – 15 hrs to 32 hrs / week
PAY SCALE: $13.50 - $19.00 DOE – We compensate solely on knowing our business and all our policies & procedures – Industry
experience big plus. Do NOT assume to hire in at high or middle of scale. Prove yourself and we compensate accordingly.
experience big plus. Do NOT assume to hire in at high or middle of scale. Prove yourself and we compensate accordingly.
LOCATION: 46926 Magellan Dr., Wixom, MI 48393
We are so happy that you are interested in becoming part of the It’s A Dog’s Life Family! First, and foremost our services include Daycare, Boarding, Grooming & Training.
Here, at It’s A Dog’s Life, our priority is to provide a safe and loving environment like every dog gets at home, while having fun with our compassionate and knowledgeable staff. It’s dog that is in our care – through the encouragement, support and education of our team members, management, and owner to ensure that we create happy and healthy dogs.
GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION
The Hotel Runner role is multifaceted. They will aid Play Yard Coaches and front desk by running dogs to and from those areas. The Hotel Runner is responsible for cleaning and keeping the entire facility clean and sterile, which is critical to the success of this position. Every dog’s suite or crate is to remain clean throughout their shift and no stool or urine should ever be left on a dog. This position requires accurate and updated notes to be kept on each dog and basic health checks should be performed frequently.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ability to run our enrichment daycare yards for either Large, Small or Puppy
- Caring for dogs – taking them to & from their suites throughout the facility.
- Interacting with dogs in a one-on-one environment and completing enrichment activities with dogs.
- Understand dog body language.
- Cleaning is a primary job function. Must be comfortable with heavy and strenuous cleaning and understand its importance. The duties include sweeping floors, cleaning/sanitizing suites, crates, hotel area, Play Yards, restrooms and collecting trash. Cleaning walls, windows, floors, counters, dishes, appliances, and dusting. Cleaning dog bowls, pans, buckets, blankets, beds, food storage and prep areas. Removing dog waste is also an essential part of this position.
- Proper use of cleaning equipment and products.
- Comfortable mopping, scrubbing, scraping, spraying hoses, sweeping, snow removal, loading washing machines, dishwashers, and anything else that is needed to clean/sanitize areas and objects.
- Food prep and ensuring all dogs always have access to fresh water.
- Heavy lifting may be required at times.
QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE JOB
- Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Must be 18 years or older.
- 1 – 2 years’ experience providing animal care and/or 1 – 2 years’ experience cleaning in a dog facility.
- Must be consistently Responsible and Reliable
- Must not be allergic to dogs.
- Able to hear, learn and understand auditory behaviors from dogs.
- Able to visually observe, interpret, and react appropriately to dog body language.
- Able to work in a loud environment. (ear plugs provided)
- Able to work and handle dogs with various energy levels, behaviors, and ages.
- Able to work effectively in a fast paced, high energy level environment.
- Able to remain calm, under control and organized.
- Actively participate in staff training exercises, when necessary, learn with a hands-on approach, ask questions when something is unclear and approach everything with a “can-do”, positive attitude.
- Able to utilize It’s A Dog’s Life required technology, such as e-learning software, apps, and other applicable platforms.
- There is a 90-day probationary period where you will be expected to maintain and adhere to all our policies and procedures and our attendance policy. You will be terminated without notice if you cannot comply.
- Reliable transportation despite weather conditions. (we are open 365 days a year)
- Weekend AND Holiday availability. Holiday availability is REQUIRED.
- Within 30 days: non-slip shoes are required.
- Within 90 days: Animal CPR/First Aid Certification is required to be completed.
KEY COMPETENCIES
- Detail oriented and thorough.
- Collaborates effectively with others. (communication & teamwork)
- Problem solving and decision making.
- Self-motivation.
- Integrity.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Able to lift and carry dog food and supplies. (estimated 50+lbs)
- Able to walk and/or stand for the entire designated shift.
- Able to walk and handle dogs ranging in size/weight. (10lbs – 150+lbs)
This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities or aspects of the job described and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of the employer. By signing this job description, you agree that you are able and willing to perform all duties of this position that are listed above.
