What are the responsibilities and job description for the Doggy Daycare Driver - URGENTLY HIRING position at Jake's Dog Walking and Pet Care?
Join Our Team: Dog-Loving Daycare Driver!
Are you a fan of four-legged friends and enjoy being on the road? We are looking for a reliable, energetic, and dog-loving Daycare Driver to join our team! This is the perfect role for someone looking for a meaningful part-time gig where the "passengers" are always happy to see you. If you live in the Dedham, Needham, Brookline or surrounding areas and want a job that gets you outdoors and keeps you active, we want to meet you!
What’s in it for you?
- Flexible Part-Time Hours: Approximately 15-20 hours per week.
- The Best Co-workers: Spend your day surrounded by pups of all shapes and sizes.
- Active Work Environment: Swap the office for the open road and the play yard—staying active with frequent pickups, drop-offs, and daily walks.
- Split-Shift Flexibility: Perfect for students, freelancers, or anyone needing midday free time.
The Schedule (Monday – Friday)
We are currently offering to fill in the following drop-off shift:
- Afternoon/Evening Drop-offs: 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
- Additional shifts on Occassion: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM and 12:00 pm -1:00 PM
*Evening availability is REQUIRED!
Your Role
As a vital part of our daycare team, you will:
- Provide First-Class Transport: Safely pick up and drop off dogs at client homes using our "Doggy Car," ensuring they are comfortable and secure. *Must have own vehicle to get to and from work. If willing to use personal vehicle to transport dogs, mileage reimbursement will be provided.
- The Ultimate Commute Companion: Be the friendly face that kicks off their daycare adventure, managing leashed transitions and brief 'potty breaks' during your route.
- Be a Professional Face: Communicate warmly with our clients and keep the team updated on route progress.
- Navigate with Care: Follow scheduled routes efficiently while prioritizing the safety of the animals.
What You Bring to the Pack
- A Love for Dogs: You are comfortable and confident handling dogs of all sizes and temperaments.
- A Solid Driving Record: You have a valid driver’s license, at least 6 years driving experience, and a clean driving history (MVR and background check required).
- Reliability: You are punctual, trustworthy, and ready to show up for the pups who depend on you.
- Logistics: You have a reliable vehicle to get to the "Doggy Car" location. (Please note: The Doggy Car must be returned to its home base at the end of every shift, and Public Transit is not available to get to location to get the "Doggy Car").
If you’re ready to apply, we’d love to hear from you!
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Application Question(s):
- Are you comfortable with a background check AND motor vehicle record check?
- Please describe your professional background in dog walking and pet care.
- When will you be available to start?
- Are you at least 18 years old?
- Evening Availability is REQUIRED. Please list your availability (Weekday and Weekend):
Experience:
- Dog walking: 1 year (Required)
- Driving: 6 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Dedham, MA 02026 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20