Dog Handler – Full-Time – $15–$18/hr (Memphis)
| Verified Pay check_circle | Provided by the employer$15.00 to $18.00 per hour |
|---|---|
| Hours | Full-time |
| Location | 3710 Summer Ave Memphis, Tennessee open_in_new |
Compare Pay
Verified Pay check_circleProvided by the employer$13.96
$16.50
$20.88
$32.02
About this job
Now hiring 2 full-time Dog Handlers. This is steady, long-term work — not seasonal or part-time fill-in help.
Steady hours, paid training, and a real path to move up to Team Lead. If you’re dependable and love a fast-paced, hands-on job, we want to meet you. Join a well-run, professional dog care team where reliable people grow into leadership. This is fast-paced animal care built on cleaning, safety, structure, and teamwork. It’s a great fit for someone who takes pride in a clean, safe, well-run space and shows up dependably.
Pay & Perks
- $15–$18/hr based on experience
- Full-time, 30–40 hours/week
- Paid training
- PTO, sick pay, parental leave, 401(k) with match, tip pool, bonuses
- Employee discount, referral program, bring your dog to work
- Room to grow into Team Lead
Schedule
Shifts fall between 6:30am and 6:00pm (varies by day). Must be available for some weekends and holidays on a rotating basis. This is a steady, long-term role — not seasonal.
What You’ll Do
- Supervise group play and keep dogs safe
- Execute creative takehomes (paw art projects, crafts, content capture, writing)
- Post social media updates for owners and communicate with the team
- Clean and sanitize kennels, yards, floors, and bowls throughout the shift (includes bodily fluids)
- Follow safety rules exactly — gates, headcounts, leashes, separation
- Feed and water as instructed and report health concerns right away
What We Need From You
- Reliable transportation and steady, on-time attendance (our #1 priority)
- Comfortable cleaning multiple times per shift, including bodily fluids
- Able to stand/walk for long periods and lift
- A reliable phone for HR and team communications during operations
- A stable schedule for the next 6+ months
How to Apply
Apply here: — it takes just a few minutes. We review applications quickly and follow up with a short phone screen.
Required qualifications:
- Legally authorized to work in the United States
- 18 years or older
Preferred qualifications:
- At least high school diploma or equivalent or higher
- Reliable transportation to and from work
- Access to personal devices for work: smartphone - any type
- Speaks English
- Able to work in an environment with fluctuating temperatures
- Able to stand for duration of shift
- Able to comfortably lift 20 lbs
- Available to work: on call
- Available to work: holidays
- Available to work: early morning
- Available to work: weekends
- Available to work: weekdays