Job Description
Dog Trainer / Kennel Technician — Vet Techs & Dog Handlers Welcome
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Oakland Park, FL 33311 | $20/hr | 35–40 hrs/week
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Why This Role Fits Vet Techs & Trainers
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Already work in animal care? This role was built for you. If you've spent time as a Veterinary Technician, Vet Assistant, Kennel Attendant, Dog Handler, or Canine Behavior Specialist, you already have the instincts, patience, and animal-handling skills we need — no dog training certification required to apply. We'll train you further on obedience work, behavior modification, and even prep for working dogs supporting law enforcement K9 programs.
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This is a rare opportunity to move from clinical or kennel-based animal care into hands-on dog training and behavior work, with real growth potential and paid, structured training built in.
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About the Role
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We're hiring a Dog Trainer / Kennel Technician to join a facility that cares for and trains dogs for everyday pet owners and law enforcement partners alike. You'll manage daily kennel operations while getting hands-on training experience — working obedience, behavior modification, and specialized skill-building with a variety of breeds and temperaments.
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What You'll Do
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- Provide daily hands-on care for dogs: feeding, cleaning, health monitoring, and kennel upkeep
- Assist with obedience training, behavior modification, and specialized skill work
- Support training prep for dogs headed to public clients and law enforcement placements
- Track and document behavior, progress, and training outcomes
- Safely handle dogs of varying sizes, breeds, and temperaments
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized facility
- Build trust-based relationships with animals to improve training outcomes
- Collaborate with a small team to grow your skills in canine handling and training techniques
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What We're Looking For
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- Experience working in a kennel, veterinary clinic, shelter, or animal care environment with 20+ dogs (4+ years preferred)
- Background as a Vet Tech, Vet Assistant, Kennel Attendant, Groomer, or Dog Trainer is a strong plus
- Comfortable and confident handling dogs of all sizes and temperaments
- Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license (required)
- Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and follow-through on daily tasks
- Clear communicator who works well in a small team environment
- Physically able to lift, clean, and stand for extended periods
- Genuine passion for animal welfare and eagerness to grow into training work
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*No formal dog training certification needed — if you have real hands-on animal experience and want to build a training career, we want to hear from you.*
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Compensation & Benefits
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- Pay: $20.00/hour
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- Schedule: 35–40 hours/week, in-person
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- Paid training and on-the-job training
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- Professional development assistance
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- Paid time off
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- Employee discount
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- Referral program