Canine Coach / Rover

Dogtopia of Arlington Heights | $16 to $17+ per hour

LOVE DOGS? COME BUILD SKILLS, MAKE A DIFFERENCE AND GET PAID FOR IT.

QUALIFIED CANDIDATES CAN INTERVIEW AND BE HIRED SAME DAY.

Start at $16/hour (part time)  and move to $17/hour after completing your first 90 days of training. Continue earning increases based on tenure and performance. Quickly move from part time to full time based on performance.

And yes, you can bring your dog to work.

This is a great opportunity for someone starting their career, figuring out what comes next, or looking for a job that actually means something.

You will gain real-world experience in caregiving, communication, accountability, teamwork, leadership and problem solving, all while caring for dogs who count on you every day.

This is more than playing with dogs. You are responsible for their safety, care, enrichment and experience.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Bring your dog to work during eligible shifts
• Start at $16/hour
• Increase to $17/hour after completing training within 90 days
• Additional increases based on performance and tenure
• $25 birthday bonus
• Additional pay for select holidays
• Employee referral program
• Quarterly customer service bonus when survey goals are achieved
• Years of Service bonuses for annual milestones
• Extensive training in dog behavior and playroom management
• Opportunities to grow into additional responsibilities and leadership roles

Full-Time Benefits

Team members who move into full-time status can become eligible for benefits after 90 days while consistently working at least five shifts per week.

Benefits include:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

What You’ll Actually Do

As a Canine Coach/Rover, you will learn how to safely and confidently care for groups of dogs of different sizes, personalities and energy levels.

You will:

• Supervise dogs in our open-play rooms
• Learn dog body language and behavior
• Reward positive behaviors and redirect dogs when needed
• Manage the energy and safety of the playroom
• Lead games, enrichment and activities
• Give dogs attention, affection and care
• Communicate and work closely with your team
• Keep our playrooms clean, healthy and safe
• Follow pet-safe cleaning and sanitation procedures
• Help throughout the facility as a Rover when needed
• Assist in our Spa by bathing dogs, trimming nails and helping with basic grooming services

And yes, cleaning up after dogs is part of caring for dogs.

You Might Be Perfect for This Job If…

You genuinely love dogs and want to learn more about them.

You like being active instead of sitting behind a desk.

You want teammates who have each other’s backs.

You take responsibility seriously because animals and people are depending on you.

You want to learn, improve and take on more responsibility.

You can stay calm, think on your feet and handle a fast-moving environment.

You are willing to work mornings, evenings, weekends and some holidays.

No professional dog experience? That’s okay. We train you.

Already have dog daycare experience? Even better. High performers have opportunities to take on additional responsibilities and leadership roles.

This Job Is Active

You must be able to:

• Be around groups of dogs of all sizes
• Stand and walk for up to 8 hours
• Lift up to 40 pounds
• Work a flexible schedule including some weekends and holidays

Work at a Top Dog Facility

Dogtopia of Arlington Heights is a Top Dog Facility, reflecting our commitment to higher standards of canine care and playroom safety.

Our Canine Coaches receive structured training in dog behavior, body language, positive reinforcement, redirection, safe playroom management and canine care.

You’ll leave this job knowing more than how to care for dogs.

You’ll learn what it means to show up, be accountable, care for others, work as a team and have others depend on you.

Those are skills you’ll take into whatever comes next.

Love dogs? Ready to grow? Apply today.

Must be at least 16 years old to apply.

Compensation: $16.00 to $17.00+ per hour