Pet Sitter/Dog Walker

About the role

We're looking for a dependable Pet Sitter / Dog Walker to join our weekday morning team. This is a great fit for someone who enjoys caring for animals, working independently, staying active, and building a consistent part-time schedule during the week.

What You'll Do

• Complete scheduled morning and midday dog walks and pet-care visits.
• Provide in-home care including feeding, fresh water, litter care, and other individualized pet-care routines.
• Complete morning potty breaks and scheduled check-ins.
• Administer pet medications when required.
• Send real-time visit updates and photos to clients through our mobile app.
• Maintain a reliable weekday route between client homes in all weather conditions.

What Success Looks Like Within Your First 6-12 Months

• Consistently completing scheduled visits accurately and on time.
• BUILDING TRUST WITH CLIENTS THROUGH DEPENDABLE COMMUNICATION AND QUALITY PET CARE.
• FOLLOWING PET-CARE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY, INCLUDING MEDICATION AND SPECIAL NEEDS.
• MANAGING YOUR WEEKDAY ROUTE EFFICIENTLY AND RELIABLY.
• BECOMING A DEPENDABLE PART OF THE TEAM FOR RECURRING MORNING AND MIDDAY COVERAGE.

What We're Looking For

• Reliable Monday-Friday availability during the 6:00 AM-2:00 PM shift.
• Able to work approximately 10-20 hours per week.
• 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.
• Able to commit to the role for at least 6-12 months.
• Willingness to work holidays when scheduled, as pet care continues year-round.
• Willingness to complete reference checks, a background check, and drug screening.

Compensation And Benefits

• Part-time W-2 employment.
• Approximately 10-20 hours per week.
• $15-$17/hour base pay.
• Average earnings of $18-$22/hour including tips.
• $0.76/mile mileage reimbursement.
• Paid training.
• Pet CPR and First Aid Certification provided.
• Paid time off.
• Holiday bonuses.
• SUPPORTIVE MANAGEMENT.

Work Location / Schedule

• Territory: Southeast Territory -- Clarendon Hills, Hinsdale, Western Springs, La Grange, Burr Ridge, Willowbrook, and surrounding areas.
• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 6:00 AM-2:00 PM shift, with an expected workload of approximately 10-20 hours per week.
• This role is especially well suited for someone looking for consistent weekday morning and daytime work and who lives within a comfortable commuting distance of the Southeast Territory.

How to Apply

If you're looking for meaningful weekday work caring for pets while enjoying an active, independent morning and daytime schedule, we encourage you to apply. Click Apply Now to get started. Qualified candidates will be contacted within 3-5 business days.