Join the Found Chicago Team
Location: 4108 N Rockwell St, Chicago, IL 60618
Found Chicago Boarding and Training Center is one of the city’s most established and dynamic dog training facilities, located along the riverbank in the heart of North Center. As part of a 45,000 sq. ft. pet care campus—including Pup Start Chicago, Mojo Dog Co, and Dog Tribe—our mission spans everything from puppy development and behavior rehabilitation to sport dog training and professional education.
Rooted in rescue and built on results, Our team has grown year over year and we’re looking for passionate, driven individuals to grow with us.
Now Hiring: Entry-Level Dog Handlers & Training Apprentices
This is the start of a professional career in dog training. At Found, we don’t just care for dogs, we build canine professionals too! From the ground up through our structured
Technician System:
- Tech 1 (T1): Learn the foundations of safe handling, kennel care, and dog management.
- Tech 2 (T2): Advance into structured dog socialization, facility logistics
- Tech 3 (T3): Work with dogs in our behavior programs and more challenging breeds.
- Supervisor: Shift leader, Operations Manager, Customer & Reservation Management.
- Training Apprentice: Work under our professional trainers to implement techniques and assist in developing behavior and reaching dog training program goals.
Please note: If you are not interested in becoming a professional dog trainer or canine care specialist, this is not the right position for you.
Opportunities Along the Way:
- Career development into customer service or office management
- Continuing education workshop opportunities.
- Advancement into leadership and mentorship roles.
Ideal Candidates:
- Love dogs and want to build a career around them
- Thrive in a hands-on, fast-paced environment
- Are eager to learn and grow through every stage
- Value teamwork, consistency, and professional standards
Why Found Chicago?
- One of Chicago’s top-rated training campuses
- Mentorship from experienced professionals
- Pathways to certification and leadership
- A team that values passion and purpose
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
