Dog Trainer Apprentice

Xena’s Pack is a dog training company that changes the lives of local dog owners by making dog knowledge common knowledge. As an industry leader in the canine community, Xena’s Pack hosts high-profile education events nationwide and locally. We are actively seeking a hard-working, reliable, professional, and trustworthy person who can work independently, with minimal to no supervision as a Dog Trainer Apprentice.

All employees are expected to learn mastery of all kennel technician duties and be high performing in such duties while learning to be a Dog Trainer Apprentice.

Job Responsibilities:

Daily duties to be completed throughout the shift include cleaning kennels//facility/workplace, feeding, walking, dispensing medication, fecal pick-up when needed to aid the Trainers. Occasionally bathing/grooming and other general assistance in day-to-day operations of our dog training business may be needed. Exhibits polite and professional communication via phone, text, e-mail, and written mail to all clients and other staff. Maintains supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level and anticipating needed supplies.

Must be willing to work early mornings, weekends, and during holidays. This position has room for further growth for the right candidate. The position requires a 300-hour internship to be completed with Xena's Pack to be hired, which can be completed over a 6-month duration.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Ability to quickly clean up messes and appropriately sanitize affected area(s).
• Be comfortable with reactive or aggressive dog handling.
• Understand basic dog behavior.
• Maintaining and upholding training instilled in student dogs by the Trainers.

Education and Experience Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent education required
• Valid driver’s license and current automobile insurance
• No training experience required
• Professional experience with animal husbandry preferred

Starting Pay

$13-$17 Based on performance and experience

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $13.00 - $17.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Overtime

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Orange City, FL 32763: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Professional Animal: 1 year (Preferred)
• Dog training: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location