Join Our Pack! Part-Time Pet Care Assistant Needed (Professional Candidate)

Are you passionate about working with adorable dogs, cats, and their fantastic owners? Are you looking for an awesome, fun, and exciting job that offers variety and constant challenges? Look no further! Dog Days Pet Care is seeking a Part-Time Pet Care Assistant to join our vibrant team in Sayville, NY.

At Dog Days Pet Care, we believe in providing top-notch pet care services, creating memorable experiences for our furry clients, and fostering a positive working environment for our team. If you're an animal lover and enjoy spending time outdoors, this could be your dream job!

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide outstanding pet care services for our clients' beloved pets, including dogs, cats, and certain small animals.
• Be flexible with your schedule as our clients' travel plans can change, and we strive to accommodate their needs.
• Embrace the ever-changing nature of the job as we book new reservations and adapt to our clients' requests.
• Exhibit strong communication skills when interacting with clients, ensuring their pets are well-cared for and loved.
• Stay organized to manage various tasks efficiently, whether working independently or with our fantastic team.
• Have a reliable vehicle and be comfortable using it for work-related tasks.
• Handle large and strong dogs on long walks and greet their enthusiastic jumps with grace and excitement.

Requirements:

• Previous pet-sitting experience is a big plus!
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be 21 years or older.
• Short commute to the Sayville area.
• Willingness to undergo a full background/drug check and provide references.
• Availability to work a full day shift during the first week of training.
• Enjoy working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Punctuality is crucial to ensure smooth operations.
• Ability to work on short notice, with a constantly changing schedule
• Flexibility with schedules, as hours are not guaranteed and may change.

Perks:

• Exciting and enjoyable work environment surrounded by lovable pets.
• Competitive starting rate of $17.50 per hour.
• Opportunities for growth and advancement within the company.
• Be part of a dedicated team committed to delivering exceptional pet care services.
• Create special bonds with adorable pets and their appreciative owners.

If you're a motivated, enthusiastic, and reliable individual with a passion for pets, we'd love to hear from you! Join our pack and help us make tails wag and hearts happy at Dog Days Pet Care!

Job Type: Part-time

Salary: From $17.50 per hour

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

• Tips

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Sayville, NY 11782: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• What is your availability? Are you flexible and available on short notice?
• Have you had any previous pet-sitting experience, and if so please explain.
• We get tons of applicants what makes you stand out?
• If we hire you are you willing to work Monday-Friday (full day) for training?
• Do you have any physical limitations that would prevent you from handling very large and strong pets?
• In detail please explain why you are applying for a pet care position and yes we already know you love animals. We want to hear a much more meaningful reason.
• This position does require you to do a good amount of driving using your own vehicle, do you have any issues with this?
• What are your goals in life, where do you see yourself in 5 years?
• Do you require a minimum amount of hours each week?

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Shift availability: Must be flexible and have a good amount of availability to set you apart!

Our full shifts below-

• Day Shift -Monday-Friday 7am-4pm
• Day Shift -Saturday & Sunday 7am-2pm
• Evening -The shifts we work and you could be scheduled for 4pm-11pm
• Hours are not guaranteed! Split shifts are common in this industry

Willingness to travel:

• 75% (Required)

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $17.50 per hour

Expected hours: 17.50 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Mileage reimbursement
• On-the-job training
• Paid training
• Referral program

Compensation package:

• Bonus opportunities
• Tips

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• On call

Travel requirement:

• Travel

Application Question(s):

• Have you had any previous pet-sitting experience, and if so please explain.
• We get tons of applicants what makes you stand out?
• If we hire you are you willing to work Monday-Friday (full day) for training?
• Do you have any physical limitations that would prevent you from handling very large and strong pets?
• In detail please explain why you are applying for a pet care position and yes we already know you love animals. We want to hear a much more meaningful reason.
• This position does require you to do a good amount of driving using your own vehicle, do you have any issues with this?
• What are your goals in life, where do you see yourself in 5 years?
• Do you require a minimum amount of hours each week?
• Please give the days and hours of your availability to be considered to join the team.

Experience:

• Pet care: 1 year (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)
• Night Shift (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 75% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person