What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dog Walker position at Fire Hydrant Pet Sitting Co., LLC?
Part-Time | Weekdays | Fire Hydrant Pet Sitting & Doggy Daycare
Please do not call or text regarding this position. Applications must be submitted through our hiring process. Calls and texts about this position will not receive a response.
This Isn't a Casual Dog Walking Job. We're looking for someone who wants to become our pet families trusted & reliable dog walker, not someone looking to "try it out" for a few weeks. Our clients build lasting relationships with our company and their walker. Their dogs learn your routine, trust your leadership, and look forward to seeing you each day. We take that responsibility seriously, and we're looking for someone who does too.
If you're searching for a temporary job until something else comes along, this probably isn't the right fit.
If you're dependable, professional, and excited about building long-term relationships with both pets and their families, we'd love to meet you.
Position Details
Location: Northside of Chicago. River North to Wrigleyville.
Schedule:
- Monday-Friday
- Approximately 11:00 AM to 2:30 PM / 3:00 PM
- Additional hours will be available based on your availability, performance, and client demand. We will begin the position at 10-15 hours per week until the pet parents and the company feels confident that this is the best fit.
This is a part-time position with opportunities to grow.
What You'll Do
Every day is different, but responsibilities include:
- Walk dogs throughout Chicago neighborhoods in all seasons.
- Provide safe, enriching walks tailored to each dog's needs.
- Reinforce good leash manners and basic obedience.
- Safely handle dogs of various breeds, sizes, personalities, and energy levels.
- Navigate distractions including traffic, construction, rodents, bicycles, other dogs, and busy sidewalks.
- Write visit reports with photos after every visit.
- Communicate professionally with both clients and teammates.
- Arrive on time and maintain a dependable daily schedule.
- Represent Fire Hydrant professionally while in clients' homes and throughout the community.
This Job Means Working Outside.
We walk dogs in nearly every type of Chicago weather. That includes:
- Rain
- Snow
- Wind
- 10°F winter mornings
- 90°F summer afternoons
- Everything in between
The dogs still need care regardless of the forecast.
If you're someone who enjoys being active outdoors year-round and doesn't let the weather determine your work ethic, you'll fit right in.
What We're Looking For
We're searching for someone who is:
- Dependable and punctual
- Calm under pressure
- Professional in clients' homes
- Comfortable working independently
- Excellent with communication
- Physically active and capable of walking several miles each day
- Looking for a long-term position rather than a temporary job
Many of our clients have energetic, powerful, or occasionally reactive dogs. We're looking for someone who can confidently and safely handle dogs on leash while remaining calm and in control. A lot of our pet parents request a "strong hand".
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- At least 18 years old
- Reliable transportation to travel throughout our service areas
- Smartphone with reliable data service
- Comfortable using scheduling and communication apps
- Able to lift at least 40 pounds
- Able to walk several miles daily
- Comfortable working in all weather conditions
- Comfortable handling dogs of all sizes and breeds
- Previous professional animal care experience is preferred but not required
Why Join Fire Hydrant?
We're building a team of professionals who genuinely care about providing exceptional pet care. The following is dependent if we do contractor (1099) vs employee (W2) base set up. We do offer:
- Paid training
- Paid Time Off
- Ongoing education in dog behavior and handling
- Support from an experienced team
- The opportunity to build lasting relationships with wonderful clients and their pets
Please do not call or text regarding this position. Applications must be submitted through our hiring process.
Pay: $16.60 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Mileage reimbursement
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Chicago, IL 60610 (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $18