Dog Trainer

We are looking to add a Dog Trainer to our team at Gagnon’s Pet Resort. CORE RESPONSIBILITES (include but are not limited to): Create a training plan for the dog. Teach commands to the dog and pet parent. Be patient with a stubborn dog. Teach pet parents about dog behavior. Understand a pet parent’s needs. Work with the pet parent to teach them about their dog. Teach pet parents how to reinforce good behavior. Listen to pet parent concerns. Performs add-on services as needed. Follows procedures for the safe handling of all pets. _ Other duties as assigned _ REQUIREMENTS: Expertise & Experience: Must be a pet fanatic – pets are part of our family! One year of professional dog training experience required. Training certification preferred. Knowledge of various dog commands. Knowledge of different dog breeds. Ability to communicate effectively with clients. Strong written and oral communication skills. Ability to identify pet behavioral issues. Ability to create a plan of action for pet parents. CGC Evaluator, AKC Evaluator. Physical: Must be able to work evenings and weekends Must frequently lift 40 pounds. Must be able to be on feet for the duration of your shift. Must be able to stand, walk and climb stairs frequently. Must be able to handle dogs on leashes. Comfortable handling dogs of all breeds and sizes Must be able to work in an environment with exposure to disinfectant/sanitation chemicals, animal dander and excretions. REPORTS TO: General Manager PAY: $17-$17.50 /hour DOE + 10% commission Destination Pet LLC affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, age, disability or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled. Destination Pet LLC endeavors to make our employment website and application process accessible to all users and applicants. In doing so, we provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation or assistance completing the application process, please contact a member of our recruitment team. At Destination Pet, we’re all about creating a workplace that’s bursting with diversity and inclusivity. We don’t play favorites or judge folks based on skin color, religion, gender, age, disability, or any other protected characteristics. Our hiring decisions are solely based on what you can bring to the team. So, we’re throwing the door wide open for all like-minded candidates who believe in celebrating and honoring diversity and inclusion. Ready to join our pack? #J-18808-Ljbffr