Head Dog Trainer

Ruffgers is looking for a full time dog trainer to join our team as the head of the training department. Headquarters is located at 2348 Pineland Ave, Naples, FL, but this position will require travel to our other Ruffgers locations around Florida. Our ideal candidate loves dogs and interacting with them and their owners.

Additional to hourly pay, the team shares tips on a monthly basis. On average, it equates to about $1.75 / hour additional pay (not included in advertised base rate pay).

Responsibilities

• Provide training to our daycare enrichment and board & train dogs
• Teach various training classes
• Teach private lessons
• Post pictures/videos and other training content to social media throughout the day
• Prepare and deliver report cards to clients who received training that day
• Ensure trainers at other locations are doing the same
• Travel to other locations to help teach trainers
• Assist in client relations as needed
• Assist our Front of House team when needed
• Assist our Back of House team when needed

Qualifications

• MUST LOVE DOGS! We work with all breeds, ages, and sizes!
• Moderate computer skills (our booking systems are all web-based systems)
• Moderate social media skills
• Ability to multi-task, organize and prioritize
• Ability to be flexible and problem solve
• Friendly, kind, and patient
• Punctual – our trainers are booked and scheduled with lessons and classes

**There is on-the-job training for all components of the job!**

Benefits

*Pay starts at $15.75/hr during the train-in period. There are increases in pay after the training period. *Experience in the industry / field may increase starting pay. *Commission pay on classes and private lessons (once trained in). *Paid Time Off (Part & Full Time) *Discounts on boarding and daycare services, as well as retail products. *Medical, dental, and vision insurance at little cost to you. (*Ruffgers does not contribute to the cost for adding family members to your plans). *Employer contributed / matching Retirement plan (after 1 year service) *Quarterly Team Building Events!

We are looking forward to receiving your application.

***Please be aware our trainers are required to sign a non-compete agreement, as we provide all the training to be proficient in this valuable and marketable skill.***

Available shifts and compensation: We have available shifts all days of the week. Compensation is $15.75 - $18.00/hour.

About RUFFGERS DOG UNIVERSITY: Ruffgers is looking to add team members for our Naples’ location. We are a growing company and are always looking for ambitious team members to grow with us. Promotion and growth opportunities available!

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