What are the responsibilities and job description for the Per diem overnight pet sitter and dog walker in Belfast, ME position at Pet Care by Lindsay?
Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and passionate dog walker and overnight sitter to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for providing exceptional care and exercise for dogs in your community. As a dog walker, you will ensure that each dog receives the attention and activity they need while maintaining a safe and enjoyable environment. As an overnight sitter, you will stay overnight at client’s houses to ensure their normal routine is kept
Duties
- Walk dogs of various sizes and temperaments, ensuring their safety and well-being during outings.
- Provide basic training commands to reinforce good behavior while on walks.
- Monitor the health and behavior of each dog, reporting any concerns to the owner or relevant parties.
- Maintain a clean and organized environment by cleaning up after dogs during walks.
- Communicate effectively with pet owners regarding their dog's needs and behavior during walks.
- Handle multiple dogs at once when necessary, ensuring all pets are under control at all times.
- Stay overnight at client’s house
- Maintain routines animal knows in-house
- Follow instructions and provide proper care to client’s house and animals
Skills
- Strong animal handling skills with experience in dog handling preferred.
- Knowledge of pet care, including basic grooming and health monitoring practices.
- Excellent customer service skills to build rapport with pet owners and address their concerns effectively.
- Experience as a veterinary assistant or veterinary technician is a plus, enhancing your ability to recognize health issues in pets.
- Ability to perform heavy lifting, such as lifting large dogs or carrying supplies when needed.
- Familiarity with animal restraint techniques to ensure safety during walks.
- Background in dog training is beneficial for reinforcing positive behaviors during outings.
Join us in providing loving care for our furry friends while enjoying the great outdoors!
PLEASE NOTE, you do not need to have availability for both positions, although it is a plus.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $16.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Referral program
Schedule:
- Choose your own hours
- Day shift
- Evenings as needed
- Nights as needed
- On call
- Overnight shift
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Dog handling: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
- Overnight Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Belfast, ME 04915 (Required)
Willingness to travel:
- 100% (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16