Come, Sit, Stay, a local dog walking and pet sitting company, is hiring for our weekend dog walker/pet sitter positions. Hours are 2:00pmto 8:00pm, every other weekend (Saturday and Sunday the weekends working, following weekend off). The position is 8 to 12 hours per working weekend. Ideal candidates will be reliable, trustworthy, outdoorsy, and experienced with both dogs and cats. You must currently live in the Twin Cities and be able to start ASAP/shortly.

Required Education and Experience:

  • HS Diploma or GED

  • Driver's License

  • Reliable, available vehicle with car insurance

  • Previous or current ownership of a dog and/or cat

  • Bonus if you have professional dog walking or dog daycare experience.

Responsibilities and Duties

  • Walk a variety of dog breeds and sizes and visit and care for cats, rabbits, birds, and other domesticated pets between the hours of 2pm and 8pm, Saturday and Sunday in all weather.

  • Drive between client's residences utilizing personal vehicle - within the company's full service territory.

  • Follow client and company specified instructions on pet care/walking routines.

  • Communicate with clients on a regular basis to relay service summaries and gather information on service needs.

  • Communicate with company management regarding updates to client or pet needs and schedule.

  • Maintain an organized schedule with frequent variations and track this schedule via computer and smart phone.

Qualifications and Skills

  • General knowledge of dog walking collars and harnesses

  • Ability to recognize animal body language

  • Experience administering oral, topical, and injected medicines a plus

  • Capability to love all animals

  • Patience, as you will be working with a variety of pet temperaments and a wide range of clients

  • Excellent attention to detail and time management skills as you will be traveling between multiple client locations

  • Self motivated and comfortable working independently

  • Ability to address and solve stressful situations

  • Consistent access to a vehicle and ability to transport animals

  • Ownership of a smart phone with data plan and daily access to a computer/email/internet.

  • Ability to lift 50 lbs, restrain a large dog, and work outside in all weather conditions.

Benefits

  • $15.50-$16.00/hr starting pay

  • Mileage reimbursement for business drives

  • Paid Time Off

  • Employee Discount on Services

  • Monthly social events with beverages and food

  • Employee discount on services