At Kate's K9, we're proud to be recognized as Virginia and Maryland's leading Pet Care Professionals! We're members of the National Association of Professional Pet Sitters, Pet Sitters International, and the National Capital Area Professional Pet Sitters. If you have a passion for pets and are committed to providing exceptional care, we encourage you to join our team!
Position:
Pet Care Professional serving the Fort Washington Area.
Primary dog walking hours are Monday - Friday from 10am to 4pm.
What We Offer:
- Competitive pay: $18 - $24 per hour, with the potential to earn $1000 - $2000 per month.
- 30-minute visits start at $14 per visit, increasing to $16 within your first year. Most staff average $21 per hour.
- Higher compensation for major holidays and last-minute requests.
- Keep 100% of client gratuities.
- Earn bonuses for client/staff referrals, and achieving performance goals.
- Additional bonuses for obtaining Pet First Aid and Pet CPR certifications.
- Flexible work as an independent contractor.
Responsibilities:
- Ensure a safe and positive environment while walking dogs.
- Provide thorough and attentive care for cats and other small pets such as guinea pigs, gerbils, and hamsters.
- Perform house-sitting duties upon client request.
- Transport pets when needed.
- Availability during evenings, weekends, and holidays is preferred.
- Adapt to varying client demands with a flexible schedule.
Ideal Candidates:
- Designed as a part-time role, ideal for those with flexible schedules, including students and professionals.
- This is an independent role; we prefer candidates who are self-reliant.
- Critical thinking and time management are essential skills for this work.
- Candidates with prior professional or volunteer pet care experience are highly encouraged to apply.
- A perfect opportunity to start or further develop a career in pet care.
Join Kate's K9 and become a valued member of our team, where your love for pets becomes a rewarding career! Apply now to start your journey with us.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $18.00 - $24.00 per hour
Expected hours: 15 – 30 per week
Benefits:
Compensation Package:
Schedule:
- Evenings as needed
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person