Job Summary
At Jax Dog Drop Riverdog, we’re not your average dog daycare, we’re a community built on tail wags, teamwork, and a genuine love for every pup that walks through our doors. Our facility offers 4 spacious indoor playgroups and 2 outdoor play yards where dogs can safely romp, play, and make new friends.
We’re Growing Our Team! We’re looking to add both full-time and part-time Dog Handlers who are flexible, reliable, and love working with dogs of all shapes, sizes, and personalities.
Available Roles: Full-time & Part-time
Shifts: Can start as early as 5:30 a.m. and go as late as 8:00 p.m.
Days: Weekdays and weekends
Availability: Flexibility is key!
What You’ll Do:
- Supervise and actively engage with dog playgroups to ensure safe, positive interactions
- Monitor dog behavior, energy levels, and social dynamics throughout the day
- Perform frequent and thorough cleaning throughout the day, including cleaning up after potty breaks, vacuuming, mopping, scrubbing, and disinfecting surfaces to prevent the spread of illness
- Feed dogs, manage crating and rest/nap times, and provide enrichment activities
- Communicate with clients and teammates with professionalism, clarity, and care
- Check dogs in and out and accurately track daily routines in our system
What We’re Looking For:
- True dog lovers who value safety, structure, and positive play
- Team players who can also work independently and stay focused
- Reliable, consistent, physically able to lift up to 50 lbs. and stay on your feet for several hours
- Maintain a clean, organized environment in kennels and animal handling areas
- Strong customer service skills to communicate effectively with pet owners and team members
- Available on weekends and holidays (holiday pay provided!)
- Must be dependable, energetic, detail-oriented, and passionate about animal welfare
- Basic dog handling knowledge or prior experience in animal care is a big plus
Teamwork, flexibility, problem-solving, and good communication are must-haves at Jax Dog Drop. Our environment moves fast, and our pack thrives on strong collaboration.
Compensation & Growth
Pay depends on experience and skill level. We value growth, performance-based raises are offered, and there’s always room to learn, develop, and move up within our team.
How to Apply:
Ready to join a team that puts dogs and teamwork first? Send in your resume and don’t forget to include the secret phrase “Starfish” so we know you read the full post!
Join us to make a positive impact on animals’ lives while developing your expertise in a lively, supportive environment!
Pay: $18.75 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- On-the-job training
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Professional development assistance
Application Question(s):
- Are you at least 18 years old?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Animal care: 1 year (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
- Night Shift (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Issaquah, WA 98027 (Required)
Work Location: In person
