Canine Coach - Playroom Attendant

5G Dogtopia•Birmingham, MI

17h

About The Position

The Canine Coach is the leader of the playroom, responsible for maintaining a safe, clean, healthy, and fun environment while monitoring doggy daycare play groups. The role involves spending the day with dogs, supporting their confidence, social skills, and appropriate play, and reporting on their health and behavior to fellow team members. Playrooms have webcams so pet parents can watch their dogs. The position is available on a part-time or full-time basis, with flexible schedules and competitive base pay plus bonuses and incentives.

Requirements

Must love dogs.
Able to stand for a full shift.
Able to lift up to 50 pounds.
Able to crouch and bend down frequently.
Able to be in regular contact with dogs of various sizes.
Friendly.
Strong attention to detail.
Teamwork skills.
Positive attitude.
Able to multitask.
Reliable attendance.

Nice To Haves

Previous dog industry experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Monitor large groups of dogs during open play.
Maintain a clean and healthy play space.
Engage, play, and interact with daycare dogs.
Participate on camera so pet parents can enjoy watching their dogs.
Deep-clean the playroom at the end of each shift.
Encourage dogs’ confidence, social skills, and good play.
Perform daily playroom activities, such as Follow the Leader, bacon-flavored bubbles, and hoop games.
Report on dog health and behavior to fellow team members.

Benefits

Bring your dog to work.
Onboarding, retention, and team member referral bonuses up to $500 each.
Birthday bonus.
Team support bonuses for filling in when needed.
Competitive base pay with quarterly check-ins and reviews.
Holiday bonuses and holiday pay.
Opportunities for cross-training and company advancement.
A positive team culture that values inclusivity and transparency.
Hands-on managers who work side-by-side with the team.
Personal development opportunities in the dog industry, sales, customer service, dog behavior, and handling.
Paid online Dogtopia Connect training before the first day.
Some Dogtopia Connect courses are industry certifications eligible for CEUs through the CCPDT.