09/23/2021
well established pet sitting/dog walking business in central Durham seeking independent contractors to work up to 5 days a week.
schedules vary from week to week based on client needs but average between 40 & 60 visits per week (roughly 5-9 hours per day).
we’re also hiring for overnight petsitting in client’s homes. this could be someone who has another job during the day or is in grad school. it could also be someone who also wants to work for dogwalk during the day.
we are seeking candidates with flexibility to work mornings, mid-days, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. we do strive to give all team members two regular days off in a row every week and we accommodate each team member’s scheduling needs as much as possible, creating a strong dogwalking team – we strive to support one another!
independent contractors are compensated based on the specifics of each job they do, ranging from $15 to $ 18 per hour. we also offer Paid Time Off, earned as you walk!
job requirements:
* at least 20 years of age
* able to make at minimum a one year commitment to the job
* solid dog handling skills and clear understanding of dog and cat behavior
* available and willing to work a varying schedule, which may include weekends, mornings, evenings and/or holidays
* willing to work outside in all types of weather
* ability to administer basic medications to both cats and dogs
* willingness to learn new skills
* ability to follow detailed instructions that will vary from client to client
* comfortable caring for both cats and dogs
* ability to walk 5 miles or more per day
* honest, dependable, mature and trustworthy
* agree to a background check
* have a dependable car, good driving record and valid driver’s license
* have a smart phone and daily internet access
* ability to keep up with an often-changing daily schedule
* ability to stay on task and keep appointment times
* be organized and work independently as well as communicate with other ic’s, clients and owner
* ability to have fun and be in the moment
* applicants must live in or very close to durham
* proof of covid-19 vaccination
