Dog Daycare playroom attendant

Pay: $14.00 - $18.00 per hour

Job description:

Playroom Attendant – Giving Tree K9 Club

As a Playroom Attendant at Giving Tree K9 club, you will be responsible for supervising and engaging with daycare dogs, ensuring their safety, cleanliness, and well-being in a structured playroom environment. You will also help maintain a clean and safe facility while creating a fun, enriching experience for every pup.

What You Will Do

• Supervise and manage group play with dogs of all sizes
• Learn and understand dog behavior and body language to keep play safe and positive
• Separate dogs when necessary and redirect inappropriate behavior
• Clean up after dogs, including waste, vomit, and other messes – this is a hands-on role
• Communicate clearly with team members and promptly report anything unusual or concerning
• Provide updates to staff about dog behavior and notable moments during playtime
• Take fun, high-quality daily photos of dogs to share updates with clients
• Help support pet care or front desk tasks when needed (training will be provided for feeding, playtime routines, and basic support duties)

What We’re Looking For

• A true dog lover with at least 1 year of experience in a dog daycare or similar setting (training can be provided if you don’t have prior experience)
• Comfortable working with large groups of dogs
• Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs and stay active throughout the shift
• Energetic and alert – dogs may jump, pull, and wrap leashes around your legs
• Comfortable in a lively, noisy environment where barking and excitement are normal
• Punctual and reliable – showing up on time and ready to work is essential
• Flexible and willing to help where needed, including supporting both playroom pet care and occasional front desk duties (training will be provided)
• Willingness to learn on the job and follow safety and care protocols to maintain a professional environment
• A strong team player with initiative, a positive attitude, and a love for pets and people
• Schedule flexibility – shifts typically fall between 7:00 AM and 9:00 PM
• Must be available to work one weekend day and major holidays as needed
• Good hand-eye coordination and no limiting physical conditions for this active role
• Before onboarding, the company will run a background check using Checkr.
• How to Apply

Please upload your resume and feel free to message me with your availability at givingtree.alison@gmail.com.
I will contact you if you are selected as a candidate for the next step.

What You’ll Love

• A fun, energetic, and supportive team culture
• Opportunities to grow in the pet care industry
• Taking pride in keeping pets happy, safe, and healthy
• Building real relationships with dogs—and becoming their favorite human

Perks & Benefits

• Bring your dog or cat to work – free daycare for your pet (on non-holiday and non-peak days)
• Employee discounts on grooming, boarding, and retail services
• Light snacks, coffee, and tea available for team members
• Holiday pay for scheduled team members on recognized holidays
• Supportive leadership that values your work

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid training

Work Location: In person

Reston location is also hiring please mentioned it if you are intersted in.

Pay: $14.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Food provided
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid training
• Uniform allowance

Work Location: In person