Dog Pack Leader

Full job description

About us:

Groovytown Dog Lodge offers exciting off-leash group adventure hikes and overnight boarding for dogs who love a great outdoor escapade! Nestled on 33 acres, just 10 minutes west of Kingston, in Odessa, Ontario, we offer daycare, day hikes with door-to-door service, and overnight boarding. Learn more at Groovytown.ca .

If you love dogs and the great outdoors, then this job is for you. And one of our best job perks is that you get to bring your dog to work every day! (conditions apply)

Requirements

• Clean criminal record/bondable
• Minimum 5 years clean class G driving record
• Minimum 5 years primary insured on vehicle (we supply a company vehicle but you need to have a clean insurance record)
• Certification in Canine First Aid / CPR (can be acquired after hiring)

We are hiring a full-time dog leader (approximately 35 hours per week, including some weekends). We offer competitive wages and promote a work-life balance. Upon completion of training, new team members are paid $20.00/hr., increasing to $21.63 after the first 3 months of employment.

HOW TO APPLY

Forward your resume along with a cover letter finishing these 2 statements:

1. I want to work for Groovytown Dog Lodge because ...

2. When I am not working, I like to…

Applicants under consideration will be asked to provide work and personal references, a certified criminal background check and a statement of driving record.

Job description

Working with Groovytown Dog Lodge is a walk in the park, but it can be challenging walk in the park. From cold or rainy day to dogs that just don't want to cooperate with your plans, some days feel like a constant uphill climb. Members of the Groovytown team meet these challenges with grit, determination, and a positive attitude, finishing the day with a sense of accomplishment. And of course, the best reward is the bond you create with all those furry faces! If you see yourself in this description then please read on.

Duties include

Directly interacting with clients, pick-up and drop-off of dogs using a company vehicle, off-leash group hikes in all weather conditions, washing dirty dogs, taking pictures, cleaning and maintaining the work site and equipment, and managing any day-to-day adventures and challenges as they occur.

Applicant Qualities

• leadership
• patience
• love of dogs and, really, all animals
• comfortable covered in mud

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 – 40 per week

Additional pay:

• Bonus pay

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Store discount
• Wellness program

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Application question(s):

• Fully vaccinated against Covid 19
• Do you have 5 years with a clean full class g license?

Licence/Certification:

• Clean 5 year class G drivers license (required)

Work Location: In person