Experienced Dog Walker

1 month ago

Chicago, United States Paws For Walks Chicago Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Paws for Walks Chicago is looking for an experienced Pet Care Professional servicing the downtown areas such as: Lincoln Park, Lakeview, Old town, Gold Coast, River North, Streeterville, Loop, South Loop, West Loop, West Town and Lakeshore East. He/she will visit the homes of clients to take dogs out for exercise and, on occasion, provide their meals and meds as needed.  

The ideal person for this position understands the safety and priority of the animals in their care. He/she should be an independent and reliable self-starter with lots of energy and a passion for dogs.  

Are you ready to wake up excited to go to work each day?  

Paws For Walks Chicago is looking for a part-time enthusiastic and dependable dog walker who is available
Monday - Friday from 10-2, 11-3 or 2-6
M/W/F 10-2, 11-3 or 2-6
Tu/Th 10-2, 11-3 or 2-6
Sat/Sun 8-1
Sat/Sun 1-5
Sat/Sun 5-10

You have the rare opportunity to secure a well established dog walking route with Paws For Walks Chicago, a leader in the pet care industry


Every member of our fantastic team receives

  • Animal behavior training and the experience you need to advance your pet care career
  • PTO
  • Free PUPPY KISSES
  • Pet first aid certification
  • Promotions and performance BONUSES
  • Liability insurance, bonding, and workman's compensation for your protection
  • EMPLOYEE INCENTIVES and other DISCOUNTS ON PET CARE AND SUPPLIES
  • Paid CTA pass

This position works well for

Servers, artists, drivers of many sorts, retail workers, dog trainers, college students, musicians, tutors, and fit retirees.

Duties

Walking, feeding, watering, and keeping dogs safe and secure.

Take on a dog walking route in a PFWC Service Area. 

Communicating via smartphone using our company app.

Walking your regularly scheduled doggie friends on your route 

Some essential job requirements

  • US citizen or legally authorized to work in the US. Must have SSN
  • 21 years of age or older
  • Able to pass a background check
  • Local full-time resident of our service area
  • Comfortable handling both large and small dogs
  • Able to lift 50 lbs without assistance
  • Able to commit to this position for nine months from the date of hire
  • Available with the shifts we require
  • Comfortable walking in various elements, such as rain, snow, and hot weather
  • Possess your own reliable transportation or close to public transportation 
  • Have a smartphone with a strong data plan
  • *Must be 21 years of age or older and live within walking distance or short public transportation to Downtown Chicago.

How Much Can I Make?

You will be paid starting $18 an hour with the ability to move up. You also receive tips. 

Our staff says that it is the "BEST JOB EVER"

Paws For Walks Chicago has been a leader in the pet care industry since 2013, and we offer management support and thorough training to make sure you feel confident in your ability to care for the pets on your route. 

We have the most fantastic staff in the industry, and we can't wait to welcome you to our team

Responsibilities: 

 

  • Providing consistent care and enriching playtime whether inside with cats or outside on walks with dogs for the full duration of the service time.

  • Prepare the dog(s) per household to go outside with the appropriate gear provided by the client.

  • Provide food, water, and medication as instructed by the client. 

  • Picking up after pets outside on walks, scooping litter, and cleaning up any accidents in the home.

  • Be willing to commute to PFWC service areas. Walk, Bike, or CTA

 

About Paws for Walks Chicago:

 

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 have been providing individual dog walks, overnight care, cat visits, and boarding in Chicago since 2013. We're currently looking to hire a responsible animal lover to join our professional team 

Our employees enjoy a work culture that promotes physical and mental health & happiness for that of our staff and our pup clients.

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