Job Description
Job Description
Leaps N Bounds K9 is hiring!
We are seeking dependable, motivated individuals to join our team in Seattle, WA. This position is open to both part-time and full-time candidates, with opportunities to grow into a professional Dog Trainer through mentorship and hands-on experience.
Position Overview:
Starting as a Kennel Tech and Dog Trainer Apprentice, you will work directly with client dogs from the beginning, performing tasks such as potty breaks, feeding, cleaning, socialization, and monitoring health and behavior. You will assist with caring for dogs in our facility, helping to ensure their well-being and safety. Simultaneously, you’ll begin your training to become a Dog Trainer, receiving personalized coaching and ongoing development to learn our training methods and develop the skills needed to work with dogs of all breeds, sizes, and temperaments.
What We Offer:
- Hands-on experience with a variety of dogs of all breeds, sizes, and temperaments
- Personalized coaching and resources to develop your skills as a professional Dog Trainer
- A supportive and rewarding environment focused on canine well-being and client satisfaction
Training & Growth Opportunities:
- Start your journey with initial training on handling and basic training techniques
- Learn and develop as a Dog Trainer Apprentice through ongoing coaching
- Progress toward working with clients and independently training dogs in the community
- Increased earning potential and flexibility as your skills grow
Compensation:
Starting at $21 per hour, commensurate with experience and growth
Application Instructions:
Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest, qualities, and enthusiasm for working with dogs. We look forward to welcoming dependable individuals ready to learn and grow with us!
Compensation:
$21 - $25 hourly
Responsibilities:
- Providing daily care, feeding, and cleaning for dogs in our facility
- Monitoring health and behavior, and reporting concerns
- Assisting with basic training, socialization, and handling exercises
- Maintaining detailed records of each dog’s care and progress
- Assisting with the transportation of dogs when needed
- Working outdoors in various weather conditions
Qualifications:
- Reside in the Seattle area
- Reliable transportation
- Dependable with a strong desire to learn about dog behavior and training (no prior experience necessary)
- Comfortable working with dogs of all breeds, sizes, and temperaments
- Physically capable of handling dogs up to 50+ lbs
- Traits we highly value: patient, responsible, hardworking, dependable, and possessing integrity
About Company
Leaps N Bounds K9 is a provider of top-tier Dog Training services in the Seattle area. We use a well-balanced training approach utilizing all four quadrants of Operant Conditioning, focusing not only on teaching dogs but also on educating clients.
We recognize that just like every dog owner is an individual, each dog is unique, too. There’s no such thing as a ‘one size fits all’ when it comes to learning. Adapting training strategies to fit each dog and owner is key to their success. Our goal is to provide training and behavioral solutions that enable both humans and dogs to live fulfilling lives together.