Overview
Canine Care Specialist Jobs in St. Charles, USA at Pawderosa Ranch
Position: CANINE CARE SPECIALIST
Location: St. Charles
Key Requirements
- Must be at least 19 years of age to apply.
- Must have relevant experience.
- Must be available on weekends and holidays.
- Must have reliable transportation.
- Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds.
- Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
- Our Hours of Operation are Monday – Sunday 6:30 am to 7:00 pm.
Position Responsibilities
- Feeding dogs and medicating them as required by our clients
- Cleaning up after dogs
- General facility cleaning and maintenance
- Dog bathing and nail trims
- Assist in helping with check in/ check out operations
What We’re Looking For
- Prior experience working in a dog business (i.e.: Dog Daycare, Vet office, Kennel, Groom Shop/Bather)
- Ability to keep up in a demanding fast-paced environment. (It’s Hot, It’s Cold, It’s Loud, and We Clean, Clean, Clean!)
- A consistently cheerful and energetic disposition
- A clean, neat and well-groomed appearance, tattoos OK but offensive material must be covered at all times. No loose piercings (nose rings, etc.)
- Ability to effectively multi-task
- Ability to interact positively with our dogs. (Dog Behavior knowledge is a plus).
- Pro-active and the ability to work with minimal supervision
- Reliable attendance
- Willingness to pitch in wherever needed as needed
Leadership And Activities
- Positive “Can-do!” attitude; understand and display self-leadership.
- Possess basic dog knowledge and a natural love of animals.
- Show leadership attitude and attention.
- Use Pack Management Tools throughout the day.
- Ability to run/move/react quickly
- Able to react professionally in all situations
Daily Responsibilities
- Feed and water animals according to schedules and feeding instructions.
- Mix food, medications, or food supplements according to instructions and prescriptions.
- Examine and observe animals to detect signs of illness, disease, or injury.
- Do facility laundry and clean, organize, maintain, and disinfect animal quarters and equipment.
- Perform animal grooming duties such as washing, brushing, cutting nails, and cleaning ears.
- Respond to questions from patrons, and provide information about animals, such as behavior, habitat, eating or facility activities.
- Order, unload, and store retail food and inventory supplies.
- Collect and record animal information such as physical condition, treatments received, medications given, and food intake.
- Must have the ability to lift 50 pounds, and be on your feet for up to 10 hours per day.
- Proactively clean up after dogs throughout the shift.
Other Requirements And Details
- Ability to work a flexible schedule required
- You will be around dogs, dog food, and a mop bucket all day.
- You must be part of the pack.
- You absolutely CANNOT be afraid of dogs.
- You must be on time for all shifts.
- You must understand that this work is inherently dangerous and the risk of dog bite or injury is high.
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Title: Canine Care Specialist
Company: Pawderosa Ranch
Location: St. Charles, USA
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