Dog Trainer - The Watering Bowl

Best Friends Pet Care • Full-time • St. Louis, MO, USA • 1d ago

Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: St. Louis, MO 63144Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $15.00 - $21.00 HourlyTravel Percentage: NegligibleJob Shift: DayJob Category: Hospitality - HotelOur dog trainers are focused on creating communication and deep bonds between humans and their fur kids in a fun, fast-paced environment based on positive reinforcement and stimulation.

We are an Employee-owned and operated company that is expanding, which provides many growth opportunities within the company. We currently have over 80 locations in twenty-six states coast-to-coast and have been in business for 30 years.

If you are looking for a company in which you can learn and grow, our countrywide, well-established pet care facility may be the perfect place for you!

Responsibilities:

Provide dog training services to Best Friends’ Customers. Offer a variety of services including board and train, private and group training as well as specialty training depending on individual trainer – as facility and business constraints allow. Sells/recommends retail items as appropriate for training sessions (i.e. leads, collars, lure treats, etc.) Follow the specified training program outlines. Promptly responds to customer inquiries. Promotes services to customers by participating in center events. Promotes services to area veterinarians by routinely visiting veterinary clinics. Provide excellent customer service by paying attention to the specific needs of the dog owners. Keeps Manager and Customer Service staff current on class offerings. Maintains class and other training schedules. Assures that all classes and other training is scheduled in Best Friends’ computer system. Keep training area(s) clean and cleans after use. Handles dogs appropriately in center. Reports any pet or pet health or customer concerns promptly to Center Manager. Works with acting Canine Interactive services Manager in order to both grow center business as well as to support the training program. Upholds the mission and values of Best Friends Pet Care, Inc and Works within the guidelines as specified in Best Friends’ Policies and Procedures. Maintains professional demeanor at all times. Completes Safe Handling training.

RequirementsEducation/Experience:

• Appropriate education in dog training via schooling or internship with Professional dog trainer. • Minimum of 2 years professional dog training experience.

Physical: • Must be able to work weekdays, evenings and weekends as dictated by class/training schedule. • Must be able to frequently lift 40 pounds. • Must be able to be on feet for full shifts and must be able to stand, walk, and climb stairs frequently. • Must be able to work on computer system. • Must be able to work in an environment with exposure to disinfectant/sanitation chemicals, animal dander and excretions.

Personal: • Must display solid dog training skills. • Must have strong interpersonal communication skills. • Must possess a love of animals. • Cannot compete directly with Best Friends or solicit Best Friends’ customers for personal business.

Travel: • Minimal as required for business outreach and events.

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