Woofie’s of Rochester has an opening for a Pet Care Professional to provide pet sitting and dog walking for clients’ pets in our local community.

We are looking for responsible, reliable, and passionate team members, who have a great connection with animals. Our team is committed to providing one-of-a-kind care, with attention to details, and continually exceeding our client’s expectations at each visit. This is a part-time position. Hours will fluctuate based on client needs and typically range from 10-25hrs a week.

Services & Details:

• This job operates in clients’ homes and outdoors according to company schedule providing dog walks, a variety of pet care, and basic house sitting needs for each client
• Morning, mid-day, evening, and weekend drop-in’s during a client’s vacation
• Ongoing mid-day dog walking visits during a client’s workday
• Overnight pet care in client’s home
• Example shifts are 7-11AM, 10-3PM, 4-7PM, OVERNIGHTS on weekdays and some weekends based on client need
• Locations: Monroe, Livingston, and Ontario County

Benefits and Perks:

• Flexible schedule
• W2 employee
• Family owned and oriented
• Paid Pet First/Aid CPR Certification
• Competitive compensation, incentives, and bonuses
• Employee discounts on services
• On-going education/training opportunities

Responsibilities:

• Following detailed instructions per pet, per client
• Visiting with dogs, cats, small mammals, birds or reptiles
• Give exercise to the pet through walking, backyard play, and indoor play as needed
• Provide feeding and fresh water when needed
• Give medications when necessary
• Communicate with client via our app to share information from the day’s visit
• Communicate with back-office team members as necessary

Qualifications:

• Applicants should be capable of walking, exercising, and handling the pet
• Must be comfortable handling dogs of all sizes that may pull on leash
• Experience with pets is preferred—additional training is provided
• Must have valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and reliable personal vehicle
• Must have reliable smartphone and ability to use our Woofie’s app
• Must be reliable and punctual
• Excellent customer service experience is a must
• Excellent communication skills with clients on meet & greets
• Ability to build trusting relationships with clients
• Comfortable standing and walking for extended period of time.
• Ability to pass a criminal background and drug screen
• All candidates must be 18 years or older.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $16.00 - $21.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10 – 20 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• On-the-job training
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program

Compensation package:

• Commission pay
• Tips

Schedule:

• Choose your own hours
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Morning shift
• Night shift
• Overnight shift

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)
• Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Rochester, NY: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: On the road