What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Pet Sitter / Dog Walker - Small Local Business position at Pawsitive Vibes Petcare LLC?
Do you love animals?
Do you like spending time outdoors?
We are looking for someone who LOVES walking dogs, hanging out with cats, and enjoys a fast-paced, enriching job caring for pets!
Pawsitive Vibes Petcare is a small, woman-owned business providing pet care and dog walks, year round, in all weather! We hire folks who are passionate about animals, have positive energy, and have great communication skills! We service most of Broomfield and Westminster, working in clients' homes, on the go. If this sounds like what you have been looking for, please keep scrolling!
The right person for this type of position can:
- Work independently and problem solve in unique situations
- Communicate quickly with management/clients when out in the field
- VERY comfortable using their smart phone and our pet sitting software
- Have reliable transportation in all weather (you use your own vehicle everyday)
- Must have experience with animals, have grown up with companion animals, or have worked with animals in some capacity. Previous animal care experience is preferred but not required.
What is a normal week like?
We start all new part-time sitters at 6-15 hours per week and as you show you are reliable, we can add more work to your personal schedule!
No two days are the same. Some days or weeks are much busier than others! Hours we are looking for you to be available: 9am to 3pm M-F at the minimum, bonus if you are available other hours.
***One of the schedule requirements would be required to work during the busy holiday times like Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years, Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Labor Day just to name a few.
*must live within 5-10 mins of Westminster and Broomfield.
*must have reliable transportation
*must enjoy interacting with dogs and cats on a daily basis
*must be okay with walking outside in all weather conditions, all temperatures, year round
*must be able to lift animals up to 50 lbs
*must be available for the next 6-12 months
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $16.00 per hour
Expected hours: 6 – 16 per week
Benefits:
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
Compensation Package:
- Bonus opportunities
- Hourly pay
- Supplemental income
- Tips
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Application Question(s):
- Have you ever worked as a pet sitter or animal caretaker for animals other than your own animals? (No professional experience is required for this role!)
- Are you allergic to dogs or cats?
- Do you feel comfortable working and driving in snow, ice, rain, and heat?
- What is your availability every day of the week? Please be specific and list time frames between the hours of 6am to 8pm.
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Dog handling: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
- Pet First Aid/CPR Certificate (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16