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Canine Coach

Dogtopia of Arlington Heights

Arlington Heights, IL·Posted 32d ago

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~$33k–$35k/yrFull-TimeFree Care for Your PetsUniform ProvidedFlexible ScheduleHealth InsurancePTO / Paid Time Off

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Benefits:

Competitive salary
Free food & snacks
Free uniforms
Paid time off
Training & development

LOVE DOGS? COME BUILD SKILLS, MAKE A DIFFERENCE AND GET PAID FOR IT.

Start at $16/hour (part time) and move to $17/hour after completing your first 90 days of training. Continue earning increases based on tenure and performance. Quickly move from part time to full time based on performance.

Morning Shifts, Afternoon/Evening Shifts, Mid-Day Shifts, Weekends and Nights.

And yes, you can bring your dog to work.

This is a great opportunity for someone starting their career, figuring out what comes next, or looking for a job that actually means something.

This is more than playing with dogs. You are responsible for their safety, care, enrichment and experience.

Why You'll Love Working Here

Bring your dog to work during eligible shifts
$25 birthday bonus
Additional pay for select holidays
Employee referral program
Quarterly customer service bonus when survey goals are achieved
Years of Service bonuses for annual milestones
Extensive training in dog behavior and playroom management
Opportunities to grow into additional responsibilities and leadership roles

Full-Time Benefits - earned with part-time performance milestones

Team members who move into full-time status can become eligible for benefits after 90 days while consistently working at least five shifts per week. Benefits include health insurance, paid time off and a retirement plan.

What You'll Actually Do

As a Canine Coach/Rover, you will learn how to safely and confidently care for groups of dogs of different sizes, personalities and energy levels.

You will:

Supervise dogs in our open-play rooms
Reward positive behaviors and redirect dogs when needed
Manage the energy and safety of the playroom
Lead games, enrichment and activities
Keep our playrooms clean, healthy and safe
Assist in our Spa by bathing dogs, trimming nails and helping with basic grooming services

And yes, cleaning up after dogs is part of caring for dogs.

You Might Be Perfect for This Job If...

You genuinely love dogs and want to learn more about them
You like being active instead of sitting behind a desk
You want teammates who have each other's backs
You take responsibility seriously because animals and people are depending on you
You can stay calm, think on your feet and handle a fast-moving environment
You are willing to work mornings, evenings, weekends and some holidays

No professional dog experience? That's okay. We train you. Already have dog daycare experience? Even better.

You must be able to:

Be around groups of dogs of all sizes
Lift up to 40 pounds
Work a flexible schedule including some weekends and holidays

Work at a Top Dog Facility

Our Canine Coaches receive structured training in dog behavior, body language, positive reinforcement, redirection, safe playroom management and canine care.

You'll learn what it means to show up, be accountable, care for others, work as a team and have others depend on you. Those are skills you'll take into whatever comes next.

Love dogs? Ready to grow? Apply today.

HOW TO APPLY

We reply to every application within three (3) business days. If it looks like a fit, we'll book you a shadow shift come see the playroom, meet the team, and decide for yourself before anything is signed.

Must be 16 or older.