What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pet Sitter/Dog Walker position at Sit n' Stay Pet Services, Inc?
Job Description Job Description At Sit n’ Stay Pet Services, we believe pets are part of the family. Sit n' Stay Pet Services is a locally owned pet care company founded in 2002. We are currently hiring exceptional, professional Pet Sitters and Dog Walkers to join our wonderful team.Are you : Looking for a job you love?Looking for flexibility and independence?A Dog, Cat, Fish, Hamster, Rabbit, Bird, (Insert more here!) Lover?Responsible, Caring and Trustworthy?Living in Erie County?We might be looking for you!! Interested?The Tail Wagging Benefits : You get paid to work with pets!Work independently - as part of a team of animal loversBe an actual W-2 Employee — not a subcontractor!Average above minimum wage per hour base rate PLUS gratuitiesIncentivized holiday payAdditional hours available working on our Event Team!Expand your pet expertise by learning from our Certified Professional Dog TrainersTeam approach to allow our staff the breaks they deserve.Our excellent team members : Are made up of college students, empty nesters, retirees, professionals with full time jobs, parents with kids at school, or those looking to increase or utilize their animal knowledge… and much more!Part to full time and everything in betweenHave a true love of all things pet relatedAre 21 years oldAre dependable and able to work independentlyHave a reliable / insured automobile and a valid driver’s licenseLive in or near our needed service areas within Erie CountyOwn a smartphone and are comfortable using an easy to learn appAre able to work 2 out of 3 shifts per day and a minimum of two weekends per month (AM, Midday, Dinner & PM Shifts Available)Are extremely detail oriented, able to follow detailed instructions, arrive and complete visits in a timely manner, able to communicate with both clients and managersFeel comfortable working and interacting with all dogs- big and small, and all different petsMust be able to pass a criminal background checkA typical SNS Team Members Day : Start the day off early with a few visits (6-9AM), take a coffee break and then start your midday dog walking route OR possibly leave your full-time job to go visit next with some of your favorite furry friends for our Dinner Shift (4-6PM)Drive 20 minutes or less between visits within your personalized territory determined by your home addressProvide play time, feeding, walks, and fresh water during visitsClean litter boxes, food areas, pick up after dogs on walks and any possible accidentsEnsure the safety and security of the home and petsMaintain good client records, customer service and excellent communication with both clients, co-workers and managementVisit each home approximately 20-60 minutes in lengthDuring all visits, you’ll journal your fun activities for the pet parents and snap a happy photo!Working weekdays, weekends and holidays, as pets needs don’t take holidays.Opportunities for overnight and additional visitsWe provide : Premier education through PetTech Pet First Aid, CPR & Care TrainingOngoing training and support, including ongoing access to Sit n’ Stay Academy (our proprietary employee online training software)Team approach ensures a friendly, successful environment and consistency for our clientsPlenty of pets to love!Above minimum wage per hour base rate PLUS gratuitiesStaff appreciation eventsOpportunities for potential growth