Job Description
About Us:
Paws for Walks Chicago is a premium pet care company that is more than dog walking and pet sitting. We are dedicated to pet safety first, then we have lots of tail waggin' fun! We are a women and LGBTQ+ owned company that is committed to excellent pet care as well as building up a staff of excellent pet-care specialists. Our employees enjoy a work culture that promotes physical and mental health & happiness for that of our staff and our pup clients.
We have been providing individual dog walks, overnight care, cat visits, and boarding in Chicago since 2013.We are adding Part-Time/Fill in Experienced Dog Walkers to support the following neighborhoods:
- Lincoln Park
- Lakeview EastGold CoastOld TownRiver North
- StreetervilleLakeshore EastWest TownLoop, South Loop and West Loop
The Job:- Ensure pets receive excellent care during 20-60 minute visits
- Provide enriching playtime whether inside with cats or outside on walks with dogs for the full duration of the service
- Follow agreed upon routes and schedules dictated by human clients
- Monitor pets throughout the visit and report anything necessary requested by human clients
- Provide water, food, and treats as requested by human clients
- Clean up after pets and dispose of waste properly during walks
- Compose thoughtful and detailed messages to clients at the end of each visit requested by human clients
- Maintain a friendly and professional demeanor with clients and their pets
- What We Need:
- Previous pet-care experience preferred
- Comfortable handling dogs of all sizes and working with cats (on occasion)
- Local full-time resident of our service area *or can commute to service areas
- Physical stamina and ability to lift 50lbs
- Comfortable walking in various elements, such as rain, snow, and hot weather
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
- Willing to commit to the position on a long term basisUS citizen or legally authorized to work in the US, must have SSN21 years of age or older
- Able to submit to and pass a background check
- Has a smartphone with a reliable data plan
Salary:- Online & Field training $16hr20min visit $13 + tips30min visit $14 + tips45min visit $16 + tips60min visit $18 + tips
- Part-time work needed- You tell us your hours you want to work and we will schedule you for walks during the times you give us.
- Extra pet rate - additional $2/visit
- After hours rate - additional $2/visit
- Weekend rate - additional $2/visit
- Holiday rate - additional $10/visit
- Overnight care in clients home 12 hours- $70 + tips
- Boarding 1 dog in your home 24 hours- $90 + tips
- Daycare 1 dog in your home 9am-5pm- $40 + tips
- Potential raise after your first 90 days
- Raise is contingent on performance$10 Bonus for positive online reviews$10 Bonus for signing up new clients
Benefits:- Animal behavior training and pet first aid certification
- Raise, performance and bonus structure
- Paid training both online and in the field
- Company provided CTA passes when Full-TimeFree PUPPY KISSES!
Schedule:- Monday-Friday or Mon-Thur 9-2, 1-6, 4-9Saturday-Sunday 7-11am, 11- 3, 4-9Overnight care in dogs homes: 8pm-8amDaycare in your home: 9-5 or as client requests
- Dog boarding in your home: client will dictate time
- This position works well as a second job for many in the service or gig industry, as well as retirees looking for part-time work.
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