What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dog Walker/Pet Sitter position at Happy Dogs @ Home?
About us
Happy Dogs @ Home is a small business in South Windsor, CT.
Our work environment includes:
Casual Attire-shirts & jackets provided
Happy coworkers!
Lots of Happy Dogs!
Job Summary:
Do you have a passion for dogs and walking? We have an exciting opportunity for you! We’re hiring Dog Loving Walkers in South Windsor, CT, with flexible hours Monday through Friday, 10AM - 2:30 PM. To join our team, please provide excellent references and your own transportation. Must have clean neat reliable transportation to use during working hours and able to transport 2-3 at a time dogs to & from local homes.
This is a great opportunity for animal lovers who enjoy spending time outdoors and working with dogs and looking to grow with a rapidly expanding Dog Service company.
Duties:
- Walk dogs on designated routes and ensure their safety at all times
- Provide exercise and playtime for dogs to promote their physical and mental well-being
- Follow specific instructions provided by dog owners regarding feeding, medication, and any special care requirements
- Monitor the behavior and health of dogs during walks and report any concerns to the appropriate supervisor
- Clean up after dogs during walks and properly dispose of waste
Skills:
- Experience in , dog training, pet care, or veterinary technician roles is a plus
- Excellent customer service skills to interact with dog owners in a professional and friendly manner
We offer competitive compensation for this position.
If you are passionate about working with animals, enjoy being outdoors, and have experience or interest in dog care, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application through our online portal.
Qualifications
- Animal handling experience
- Pet sitting background
- Proficiency in pet care
- Strong customer service skills
- Ability to handle dogs and provide basic training
- Knowledge of veterinary practices and procedures
- Previous experience in kennel management
- Comfortable with heavy lifting tasks
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $64.00 - $80.00 per day
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Mileage reimbursement
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
Compensation Package:
- 1099 contract
- Bonus opportunities
- Paid per project
- Performance bonus
- Supplemental income
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Morning shift
Application Question(s):
- Are you willing to transport 3-4 in your own vehicle to and from their home in South Windsor, CT and surrounding towns? Vehicle must be in excellent working condition with no major damage.
Experience:
- working with dogs: 3 years (Required)
Location:
- South Windsor, CT (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $64 - $80