Pet Sitter/Dog Walker

Territory: Southeast Territory — Clarendon Hills, Hinsdale, Western Springs, La Grange, Burr Ridge, Willowbrook, and surrounding areas.

About the role

We're looking for a dependable Pet Sitter / Dog Walker to join our afternoon and evening team. This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys working independently, staying active, and providing reliable care that pet owners can count on. Because every team member performs both dog walking and in-home pet sitting, you'll build a varied daily route while developing lasting relationships with pets and their families.

Responsibilities

• Complete afternoon, dinner, and evening dog walks and pet-care visits.
• Provide in-home care including feeding, fresh water, litter care, and bedtime routines.
• Complete scheduled potty breaks and late-night check-ins.
• Administer pet medications when needed.
• Send real-time visit updates and photos to clients through our mobile app.
• Maintain a dependable daily route across afternoon and evening visit blocks, traveling between client homes in all weather.

What success looks like

• Consistently completing scheduled visits accurately and on time.
• Building trust with clients through dependable communication and quality pet care.
• Managing an efficient route across the Southeast Territory.
• Following care instructions carefully, including medication and special needs.
• Becoming a reliable member of a team that clients can confidently count on.

Requirements

• Reliable availability Monday-Friday, generally from 2:00 PM-10:00 PM.
• Personal transportation and a reasonable commute to the Southeast Territory.
• Dependability, strong communication, and attention to detail.
• Comfort working independently between client homes in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to commit to the role for at least 6-12 months.
• Willingness to work major holidays when scheduled, as pet care continues year-round.
• Willingness to complete reference checks, a background check, and drug screening.

Schedule

Monday-Friday, 2:00 PM-10:00 PM, with an expected workload of approximately 10-20 hours per week. Optional weekend availability may be available. This role includes two primary visit blocks during the afternoon and evening, so candidates who live within a comfortable commuting distance of the territory are likely to find the schedule most sustainable.

Pay

• $15-$17/hour base pay.
• Average earnings of $18-$22/hour including tips.
• $0.76/mile mileage reimbursement.

Benefits

• Part-time W-2 employment.
• Paid training.
• Pet CPR and First Aid Certification provided.
• Paid time off.
• Holiday bonuses.
• Supportive management.