Morning Pet Sitter (NW Gainesville)

Pay: $19–$22/hour tips bonuses

About the Role — PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING

Pet Sitters of Gainesville is looking for a reliable, responsible Pet Sitter to join our team in NW Gainesville.

This is a great position for someone looking for consistent supplemental income who enjoys working independently and is dependable with early-morning responsibilities.

You’ll provide trusted care to our clients’ pets, including dog walks, cat visits, feeding, waste cleanup, and sending warm, detailed updates to clients.

Schedule

• Tuesdays & Thursdays: 8:00 AM–11:30 AM
• Every other Saturday & Sunday
• Opportunity for additional weekday hours as the position grows
• Major holiday availability is required, including availability during high-demand periods such as Thanksgiving and Christmas. Holiday bonus pay is provided.

Requirements

• Must live locally in Gainesville or very nearby year-round. This position requires reliable local availability, including during school breaks and major holiday periods.
• Must be consistently available for the scheduled Tuesday/Thursday morning shifts and every-other-weekend rotation.
• Reliable, fuel-efficient vehicle for traveling between client homes.
• Comfortable working independently and managing a route without direct supervision.
• Comfortable with pets of different sizes and personalities, including large dogs, nervous/barky dogs, and shy cats.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Comfortable driving between multiple appointments throughout Gainesville.
• Physically able to walk and work outdoors for several hours in Florida weather (hot or cold)
• Minimum 6-month commitment.
• Must be dependable. Our clients and their pets rely on us to show up as scheduled.

What We Value

Integrity: Doing the right thing even when no one is watching.

Independence: Being able to manage your responsibilities and schedule without constant supervision.

Dependability: Our clients count on us every single day.

Warmth & professionalism: Making both clients and pets feel genuinely cared for.

Benefits

• $19–$22/hour
• Weekly tips
• Referral bonuses
• Holiday bonus pay
• Consistent supplemental income
• Opportunity for additional hours as we grow
• Supportive team environment

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10.0 – 15.0 per week

Benefits:

• Referral program

Application Question(s):

• This position requires Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:00–11:30 AM and every other Saturday and Sunday. It also requires year-round local availability, including some major holidays such as Thanksgiving and Christmas. Please describe your availability and confirm whether you can consistently commit to this schedule.
• What area of Gainesville do you currently live in? Please provide a nearby major landmark or cross street.
• How does this position fit into your current schedule and other work or responsibilities? Are you looking for long-term supplemental income or something else?
• Please tell us about your last three jobs: how long you worked at each one and why you left.
• Tell us about a job where you worked independently without a supervisor regularly checking on you. What were you responsible for, and how did you make sure everything got done correctly and on time?
• Pet sitting requires following detailed written instructions for multiple clients while staying on schedule. Tell us about a time you had to manage several responsibilities or appointments on your own. How did you stay organized and make sure nothing was missed?
• What experience do you have caring for dogs and cats? Please give us a specific example, including your experience with large dogs, shy pets, or nervous/barky dogs.
• Imagine you arrive for a visit and a normally friendly dog is barking, nervous, and hesitant to let you approach. What would you do?
• Our sitters send clients a written update after every visit. Please write a short sample update you would send after a 30-minute dog walk where the dog peed and pooped, had a good walk, drank water when you returned, and is safely back inside.
• This position requires driving between multiple client homes throughout your shift and using your personal vehicle for work. What vehicle do you currently drive (year, make, and model)? Is it reliable for daily driving, and are you comfortable using it regularly for pet sitting?
• Tell us about a time something unexpected happened at work that could have affected a customer, client, or your responsibilities. What did you do, and how did you communicate it?
• This position requires consistency over time. If another job, personal commitment, or opportunity began conflicting with your regular Pet Sitters of Gainesville schedule, how would you handle it? Please give a specific example from your past if you've experienced something similar
• In your most recent job, how often did you call out, arrive late, or miss a scheduled shift during your last 6 months there? If it happened, please briefly explain why.
• Final candidates must complete a background check and provide 2 professional and 2 personal references before hiring. Are you willing and able to meet both requirements?
• Tell us about a time a manager gave you constructive feedback or asked you to change how you were doing something at work. How did you respond, and what did you do differently afterward?

Work Location: On the road

Salary : $19 - $22