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Doggie Daycare Playroom Attendant (Canine Coach) | Fast Track to Leadership Jobs in Knoxville, TN at Dogtopia of Bearden-Knoxville
Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities Available
NOW HIRING: Canine Coaches & Future Leaders
Looking for more than just a job? Build a career with Dogtopia.
Dogtopia is the nation’s leader in dog daycare, boarding, and spa services, and we’re growing quickly. We’re seeking hardworking, dependable individuals who love dogs, aren’t afraid to get their hands dirty, and aspire to advance into leadership and management as our business continues to grow.
If you’re looking for a company that promotes from within, invests in your development, and rewards initiative and performance, we’d love to meet you.
Why Join Our Team?
At Dogtopia, your growth is based on your work ethic—not how long you’ve been here.
High-performing team members have opportunities to advance into positions, including:
- Canine Coach Trainer
- Shift Lead
- Rover
- Management Opportunities
If you consistently show initiative, accountability, leadership, and a willingness to learn, we’ll provide the training and opportunities to help you grow.
What You’ll Do
- Safely supervise large groups of dogs in open playrooms
- Learn canine body language and behavior to maintain a safe environment
- Create a fun, structured, and enriching experience for every dog
- Maintain exceptional cleanliness throughout the facility
- Work as part of a fast-paced team where safety always comes first
- Deliver the level of care that earns our pet parents’ trust every day
Our Training Program
Every new hire receives a structured training program designed to set you up for success.
Training includes:
- In-store online coursework (with some assignments completed at home)
- 2-4 weeks of hands-on shadowing with experienced Coaches and our Canine Coach Trainer
- Supervised room management before independently handling playgroups
We don’t rush training. We make sure every Coach is confident working with dogs of all breeds, sizes, and play styles before managing a room independently.
Who We’re Looking For
This position isn’t for everyone.
We’re looking for people who:
- Want to grow into leadership or management roles
- Have a strong work ethic and take pride in doing the job right
- Are coachable and take direction well
- Show up on time, every time
- Aren’t afraid of physical or dirty work
- Stay calm under pressure in a fast-paced environment
- Value teamwork, accountability, and professionalism
- Have a genuine passion for dogs and animal care
Requirements
- Reliable transportation is required
- Must be willing to travel between our Bearden and Farragut locations as business needs require and for training purposes
- Must be dependable with excellent attendance
- Able to stand and walk for 6+ hours
- Able to lift 50+ pounds
- Weekend availability
- Holidays required for Full-Time employees
Preferred Experience
We strongly encourage applicants with experience in:
- Veterinary clinics
- Veterinary technician roles
- Dog daycare
- Boarding facilities
- Kennels
- Dog training
- Professional animal handling
- Leadership and/or management roles
Important Information
This is an active, physically demanding position where no two days are the same. You’ll be cleaning, moving, training, supervising dogs, and working as part of a team that depends on one another every day.
During your first month, hours may vary while you complete training. Team members who demonstrate exceptional performance, reliability, and leadership will have opportunities for increased hours, advancement, and continued professional development.
We’re building a team of people who want to grow with us—not just work for us.
If you’re dependable, motivated, eager to learn, and excited about building a career with dogs, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and help make every day the Most Exciting Day Ever!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Benefits for full-time employees after 90 days of employment:
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid time off
- On-the-job leadership development
- Opportunities for advancement and promotion from within
All employees are able to bring their pup to work with them, as long as they pass our standard meet and greet/temperament test!
Pay: $13.50 – $15.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Vision insurance
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Knoxville, TN 37919 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Title: Doggie Daycare Playroom Attendant (Canine Coach) | Fast Track to Leadership
Company: Dogtopia of Bearden-Knoxville
Location: Knoxville, TN
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