Overview
Languages
English
Education
-
Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience
7 months to less than 1 year
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Work site environment
Work setting
-
Kennel
-
Pet grooming shop
-
Pet shop
-
Daycare
Responsibilities
Tasks
-
Bathe and shampoo animals
-
Document animal behaviour
-
Monitor animal behaviour
-
Clean and disinfect cages, pens, aquariums, kennels, runs, stall and enclosures
-
Keep records of animals treated
-
Supervise helpers
-
Clean animal ears
-
Maintain and order supplies
-
Clip animal nails
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
-
Pet first aid course
-
Veterinary assistant course
Experience and specialization
Type of pets groomed
Dog training expertise
-
Obedience
-
Canine behaviour problems/modification
Animal specialization
-
Domestic animals/pets (cats, kittens, puppies, dogs, etc.)
Additional information
Security and safety
-
Bondable
-
Criminal record check
Transportation/travel information
Work conditions and physical capabilities
-
Attention to detail
-
Physically demanding
-
Handling heavy loads
-
Bending, crouching, kneeling
-
Fast-paced environment
-
Standing for extended periods
Weight handling
-
More than 45 kg (100 lbs)
Personal suitability
-
Client focus
-
Dependability
-
Efficient interpersonal skills
-
Excellent oral communication
-
Excellent written communication
-
Flexibility
-
Judgement
-
Reliability
-
Team player
Benefits
Financial benefits
-
Bonus
-
Commission
-
Gratuities
Employment groups
This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:
Support for newcomers and refugees
- Offers mentorship programs that pair newcomers and/or refugees with experienced employees
- Provides diversity and cross-cultural trainings to create a welcoming work environment for newcomers and/or refugees
Supports for visible minorities
- Applies hiring policies that discourage discrimination against members of visible minorities (for example: anonymizing the hiring process, etc.)
- Offers mentorship programs that pair members of visible minorities with experienced employees
- Provides diversity and cross-cultural training to create a welcoming work environment for members of visible minorities
Who can apply for this job?
The employer accepts applications from:
- Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary residents of Canada
- other candidates, with or without a valid Canadian work permit