Canine Welfare Training Technician

About the role

At Guide Dogs for the Blind (GDB), our mission depends on the care and conditioning of exceptional dogs in training. As a Canine Welfare Training Technician at our Boring, OR campus, you'll play a vital role in ensuring the physical health, mental enrichment, and daily well-being of the adult dogs preparing for a life of service. This role is hands-on, physically demanding, and team-oriented, requiring attention to detail and a strong sense of purpose. You'll use your expertise to support daily routines while contributing to a positive, structured environment where dogs can thrive. In return, we offer a generous starting pay rate, a collaborative culture, and a clear path for professional growth, including the potential to build a career in canine welfare or guide dog training.

What you'll do

• Provide daily expert care, including feeding, bathing, administering medications, exercising, and grooming adult dogs in training
• Monitor dog behavior and health, and report observations accurately
• Support kennel cleanliness and sanitation to uphold high standards
• Assist in basic obedience reinforcement and training enrichment
• Collaborate with trainers, veterinary staff, and volunteers
• Maintain detailed digital records and documentation

What you'll love

• Our mentorship training program, including opportunities for continued education
• A collaborative work environment where you'll form long-lasting friendships
• Supporting dogs in formal training and those preparing for alternate careers
• Having a career with an impact, creating partnerships between guide dogs and people
• A generous benefits package that includes vacation & holidays, health insurance, retirement savings plan and more

Experience and skills you'll need

• Previous experience caring for dogs in a kennel, veterinary, or training environment preferred
• Physical stamina to be on your feet for most of the day and perform activities like bending, lifting, hosing, and scooping
• Comfort using digital tools and learning new systems to track care
• A team-first attitude, strong communication skills, great work-ethic and dependable attendance

Schedule

This is a full-time day-shift role including weekend work, some holidays, and occasional evening shifts.

Pay

$22.13/hour

Meet our Canine Welfare Training Technicians: https://www.guidedogs.com/meet-our-cwtts