Denver Pro Pet Sitting is currently hiring exceptional part-time Pet Sitters / Dog Walkers to join our awesome team. If you have a passion for pets, are detail oriented and have solid communication skills, then you may be the right fit! We are a growing, Denver-based company that prides ourselves with excellent customer service and a great reputation that reflects our passion for animals. We look forward to having like-minded sitters join our team!
Position: Pet Sitter / Dog Walker (Part-Time 1099 Independent Contractor)
Job description: Pet sitters & Dog Walkers are responsible for all basic animal care while their clients are on vacation or working. Routine duties for a pet sitter include feeding, putting out fresh water, brushing, providing TLC, pet clean-up, playtime, taking dogs on walks, cleaning litter boxes, and updating clients after visits through our client portal. Additional services may include administering medications, watering plants, collecting mail, alternating lighting, and taking out trash.
Availability of Pet Sitter/Dog Walker:
***We've recently added new Extended In-Home Pet Sitting services which can work exceptionally well with the right candidate. Please specifically mention this in your application if you're interested in providing these services. For more details, check out our website here: www.denverpropetsitting.com/rates
Weekdays, weekends and holidays, as visits vary based on client needs
Part Time (which can evolve into Full Time)
The majority of visits occur between 8am - 8pm
Requirements and Qualifications:
Must have your own, reliable mode of transportation to perform the duties and responsibilities associated with this role
Must obtain insurance through Pet Sitters Associates within first 30 days of being hired
Must become Pet CPR/First Aid Certified within first 60 days
Must be compassionate about animals
Must be extremely detail oriented
Able to follow detailed instructions
Must be responsible, reliable, and dependable
Must be timely and punctual
Must be able to self-manage
Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
Must feel comfortable working with and interacting with both small and large animals
Must be able to pass criminal background check and drug test
Must own smartphone
Why join Denver Pro Pet Sitting?
Enjoy flexible work schedule
Get paid to work with pets!
Perfect for the independent worker
Stay fit while getting paid
Working with animals is therapeutic and mentally refreshing (pets help release endorphins!)
Stop working out of an office -- get out and enjoy the community!
Great resume builder
Room for growth and opportunities
For consideration, please include the following within your submission in the cover letter section:
1) Please tell us why you believe that you're the right candidate
2) Your availability
3) Your cross streets and how far you're willing to drive for a job
Job Types: Part-time, Contract, Full-time, Seasonal
Pay: $20.00 - $45.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 15 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid training
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
Compensation package:
- 1099 contract
- Bonus opportunities
- Performance bonus
- Tips
Schedule:
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Travel requirement:
Application Question(s):
- What is your earliest start date?
- Can you perform all services that we offer? (denverpropetsitting.com/rates for a list of services)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Work Location: In person