Kennel tech position includes:
Part time positions available-Shifts 6am to 11:30am and 3pm to 8:30pm
Weekends and Holidays REQUIRED!
Lead position includes:
Full time position- Shifts 6am to 1pm or 1pm to 8:30pm
Weekends and Holidays REQUIRED!
Must have leadership experience
Must be an initiative taker and self-starter
Ability to actively coach team members required
Animal experience required
Are you a passionate dog lover with positive energy and a knack for providing top-notch customer service? Join our team at All Tails R Waggin’ where we take loving care of our furry friends and strive to have all tails wagging! Become a valued member of our team and build your career in the exciting pet care industry with the award-winning, number one pet care facility in greater Columbus, OH (as voted by CBUS, every year since 2016).
We are looking for dynamic, team players who are passionate about pets to add to our team. Our current openings are across boarding and bathing functions. We are looking for those with experience. We are happy to provide the training and coaching you need to move up the learning curve!
Boarding responsibilities include walking, feeding, and caring for dogs that are staying with us while their owners are out of town. Bathing responsibilities include washing, conditioning, drying, nail clipping / paw pad care, and several other salon-like services.
Daycare responsibilities include watching dogs play and ensuring safe environment for the pets.
Why You’ll Love Being Part of Our Team:
- Competitive pay, with advancement opportunities based on experience, performance and educational credentials
- Flexible hours and shifts fit for both staff that want full-time consistent hours as well as those that want part-time flexible hours that fit their work-life balance needs
- Full health benefits (medical, dental, vision) for full-time, year-round staff
- Staff discounts for pet services (boarding, daycare, grooming, bathing)
- Purposeful work with likeminded individuals passionate about dogs. In addition to our normal line of work, we facilitate numerous pet rescues regularly and believe that every pet deserves a loving home.
What We Are Looking for:
Requirements of a Lead:
● Strong Pet Handling Skills – Must be at ease with all size dogs and cats. Must have the experience to handle all types of temperaments including
“Senior Staff” pets. Must be “Group Play Certified”.
● Excellent Interpersonal Skills – Must be able to handle complex situations that involve co-workers, customers, veterinarians and outside vendors. This includes using sound judgment when dealing with expired vaccinations, health issues, concerned customers and employee relations.
● Professionalism – Must be able to project the professionalism required when presenting All Tails to the public. Must understand and exemplify the Quality Standards and Image of All Tails
● Strong Leadership Skills – Must have the ability to lead by example and be a strong communicator. A Lead must coach his/her team members into performing at high standards. Must be able to motivate and coach support staff in a positive, calm manner even during difficult times.
● Strong Teamwork Mindset – Must be willing to be cross trained in different areas and provide support in either Pet Care or Customer Service departments when needed.
● Excellent Time Management Skills – Work must be finished within designated time frames while adhering to allotted staffing ratios. Must motivate everyone on the team to finish within time parameters while reaching quality expectations. Strong attention to labor hours is critical so he/she must be able to make smart decisions throughout the day concerning staffing.
● Strong Multi-tasking skills w/ ability to work well under pressure – Leads in each area encounter issues during pet and/or customer interactions. A Lead must be able to react to situations calmly and quickly. A Lead must be able to handle numerous situations simultaneously.
● Positive “Can DO” attitude: Must provide a high level of enthusiasm to fellow co-workers. Must be able to offer input and corrections in a well thought out, positive manner. Issues that arise should be brought to the attention of the manager when necessary so that smaller issues do not turn into major problems.
● Training – Must be able to train new and current team members in an agreed upon format and time frame. All materials such as work books, checklists and manuals must be correctly used.
● Follow Through and Accountability – Leads must follow through on corrective actions, checklists and agreed upon policies. They also must hold their team accountable for quality of work. They in turn will be held responsible for how smoothly their shift runs.
● Schedule Flexibility, Availability and Attendance – This is a key component of a Lead’s role. The expectation for any Lead is that he/she is available when needed such as holiday time frames, weekends and peak seasons. A full time lead is expected to maintain a flexible schedule that allows for maximum availability for at least 32 hours per week. A Lead should be available for both morning and evening shifts. We occasionally employ part time leads that must work at least 3 days per week during peak time periods.
A Lead must maintain the minimum level of hours per week and schedule availability in order to keep Lead status and pay. Any unapproved change in the above may result in a change to non-lead status and reduction to non-lead pay.
Energetic Enthusiasm: Channel your inner pet lover and bring boundless energy
- Thriving in the Thrill of It:Flourish in a fast-paced, fun environment, mastering your multitasking abilities
- Team Player: Work together with each other to provide the best care and love for our pets
- Astute Observer:Pay attention to details, especially when it comes to understanding animal behavior.
- Cleanliness Champion: Keep our pet accommodations and facilities spick and span to uphold our high standards.
- Physically Fit: Handle up to 40 pounds and be ready to stand and walk around for up to 8 hours at a time
- Flexible Spirit:Embrace the variety of days, including weekends and holidays, that come with the territory.
We have been serving the greater Columbus area since 1999. We have a fantastic team, great leaders, and facilities that are second to none. You'll work with great people in a positive environment with leaders that are dedicated to helping you grow. We enjoy a close-knit, tenured team that operates like a family. As Ohio’s top rated pet facility, we offer a deluxe pet lodging experience. This is NOT your average kennel & grooming facility! We are only for spoiled pets in the Columbus, Ohio area. In short, it's the best pet care facility in our city that you can be a part of! We're located on 12591 Worthington Rd in Pataskala, Ohio. We're happy to answer any questions you may have about the job and set up a time for you to come in for an interview.
All Tails R Waggin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $13.00 - $15.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- On-the-job training
- Opportunities for advancement
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
