Job Description – Pet Caregiver
Title: Pet Caregiver
Division/Manager: Lauren Lewis
Location: Bellaire, West University, Meyerland, Westbury
Salary: Based on experience
FLSA Status: Independent Contractor (1099)
Creation/Revision Date: 6/20/2024
Detailed Description
Our expanding pet care service company offers an excellent opportunity for self-motivated individuals to grow in a dynamic, fun, and rewarding team environment and to make a significant difference in the lives of our furry friends. This role is crucial in maintaining the safety, health, and happiness of our animal clients and to make their parents happy. We are seeking mature, dependable, responsible, and clear communicators who share our love for animals and are eager to earn money by providing top-quality pet care. Initially, training will be held at the facility and will include dog introductions & interaction, focusing on daily duties, meal preparation, medication administration, and evening cleanup/sanitation duties.
We are looking for part-time (with the potential to become full-time) employees to work morning, afternoon, evening, and overnight shifts. The pay is hourly for facility duties and a percentage basis for all work conducted in the field (i.e. walks & overnights sittings at the pet’s home).
The ideal candidate is someone who:
- has experience as a veterinary technician, veterinarian assistant, animal health technician, or has hands on experience with pets outside of your own.
- would like to do long-term pet sitting.
- has a passion for animals and is willing to bring excitement and professionalism to each visit.
- has knowledge of animal care and needs.
- has reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.
- is physically able to walk dogs of all sizes and to do pet sitting visits back-to-back.
- is a non-smoker.
Job Type: Contract
Pay: $600.00 - $1,500.00 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- On-the-job training
Compensation package:
- 1099 contract
- Hourly pay
- Tips
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 4 hour shift
- Holidays
- On call
- Overnight shift
- Weekends as needed
Travel requirement:
Application Question(s):
- Why do you think you would be a good fit for this job
- Do you live in Southwest Houston?
Experience:
- dog walking & pet sitting: 2 years (Required)
Location:
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
- Night Shift (Required)
- Overnight Shift (Required)
Work Location: In person