Job Description

OVERNIGHT DOG CARE ATTENDANT

We are looking to fill an overnight Dog Boarding Attendant shift to work overnight shifts three or four nights a week, 9 pm - 6 am providing the highest standard of care and oversight for dogs in our care. This position combines administrative duties, cleaning, and hands-on dog care.

•••If you have applied for positions in past, we invite you to re-apply. We are unable to respond to all applicants for each posting •

The Happy Hound Play Park is a positive-reinforcement facility, and no aversive techniques, tools, or management methods are used. We have a very safe and secure facility with 24/7 security monitoring.

This position reports directly to management, with accountability to the team leads/trainers.

The ideal candidate is someone who is physically active, able to multitask, has a positive attitude, can work independently and manage their time.

Experience with dogs is an asset. There is opportunity for this position to evolve to offer daytime shifts as well.

Hands-on training in dog care will be provided in advance of beginning overnight assignments. Additional required education for the position will be provided and includes First Aid, WHMIS and online dog care modules.

Job Type: Part-time, up to 36 hours a week

Salary: From $17.00 per hour

Schedule: 9 pm - 6 am

Work Location: In person

Essential Responsibilities:

Overnight monitoring and care:

• Ensure all boarding directives and instructions are followed for every guest and the highest standard of care is provided.
• Tracking dog sleeping and food consumption
• Providing dogs with morning bathroom let-outs
• Be prepared to handle minor first aid situations and quickly respond to any emergencies that may arise.
• Monitor dogs' behaviour and report any signs of illness or injury to management
• Assist with feeding and ensuring all dogs have access to fresh water
• Other duties as assigned

Cleaning:

• Perform cleaning duties including laundry; cleaning boarding, administrative areas and park areas; snow maintenance in parks and other cleaning duties as assigned.
• Assist with additional tasks and projects as asked by management.

Administration:

• Various administrative duties in support of operations

Teamwork & Communication

• Work as a team to ensure essential information is being communicated and tasks completed
• Communicate support or other needs to the team
• Read daily communications and take note of all comings/goings, special instructions, etc.
• Ensure that all communication is passed along to next shift
• Assist management in ensuring that all policies and procedures are being followed

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift to 50 pounds
• Handle animals weighing up to 150 pounds
• Work standing, walking and bending for up to 9 hour shifts

Experience and Qualifications:

• Must love dogs and be comfortable handling dogs.
• Must be comfortable working alone, independently with autonomy and with responsibility
• Previous experience in a pet facility or pet care environment a plus
• Excellent work history and references
• Must be over 18 and authorized to work in Canada

Please email us at info@thehappyhoundplaypark.caand include an email introduction about yourself, your personal and professional goals and why you'd like to join us. Please include a PDF or Word doc resume detailing your education and experience

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: $17.00-$19.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Flexible schedule
• On-site parking
• Store discount
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• On call
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person