What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dog Walker/Pet Sitter position at Out-U-Go! Pet Care?
ROLE: Dog Walker / Pet Sitter
ABOUT US:
Since 1996, Out-U-Go! has been Chicagoland’s premier Dog Walking and Pet Sitting Service. Over that time we’ve walked more the 2,000,000 pups. We’re made up of a group of upbeat and supportive humans who believe that pets are people, too.
DOG WALKER RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Days - Monday thru Thursday
- Hours - MUST be available 10am-4pm (hours will likely total 10-20 hours per week)
- Walks / Day – Typically you’ll visit about 3 to 5 dogs per day
- Visits - Each visit, you’ll walk with the dog(s), play with them, sometimes serve a meal or medication, and always provide lots of love & scratches. Occasionally there are kitty and critter visits, too!
OUT-U-GO! TRAINING & SUPPORT:
- Office Team - Our experienced office team is always available to help and support you during all of your visits
- Dog Walk University – All new staff on our team are trained at our very own Dog Walk U. It's our classroom training where you’ll learn all the basics about providing awesome dog walking. This training is currently virtual.
- Field Training - All new dog walkers are mentored by our senior sitters for multiple days while out visiting pups in the field
WHAT IS REQUIRED:
- Must Love Dogs
- Smart Phone with Data - for checking in & out of visits
- Car - for getting to & from visits
- Positive Attitude
- Location - neighborhoods serviced are South Loop / Hyde Park / Pilsen / Bridgeport / etc (must live within 10 miles of walking routes)
WHY DOG WALKING WITH OUT-U-GO!:
- Flexible Schedule
- Work Independently
- Competitive Pay (starting at $18 per hour)
- Dog Kisses and Kitty Cuddles
- Awesome Co-Workers (human, cat, and dog)
OTHER INCOME OPPORTUNITIES for our sitter team:
- After Hours Sitter (morning, evenings, weekends)
- House Sitter (staying overnight at pet parents' homes)
- Meet & Greeter (meeting new pet parents)
- Field Trainer (training new dog walkers)
- Office Support (morning, evening, and weekend dog walker support)
Job Type: Part-time
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Referral program
Application Question(s):
- Please provide your method of transportation to get to and from visits.
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $18