Pet Sitter - Weekends, Mornings, Evenings at Passionately Pets

Alexandria, Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Jun, 26

Salary

28.0

Posted On

29 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Pet Sitting, Dog Walking, Reliable Transportation, Smartphone Use, Detail Oriented, Instruction Following, Responsibility, Reliability, Dependability, Punctuality, Self-Management, Communication, Compassion, Animal Interaction, Weather Endurance, Commitment

Industry

Pet Services

Description

Are you seeking a job you really enjoy? One that gets you out of the office and into the fresh air? Do you love dogs and other pets? Then, joining the Passionately Pets Team may be the right job for you! Passionately Pets, a local In-Home Pet Sitting and Dog Walking Company, is currently hiring exceptional pet sitters and dog walkers to join our wonderful team. This position is fun and rewarding as you get to enjoy the outdoors, get exercise and be loved by amazing local dogs, cats and other companion animals! Pet Sitter Responsibilities: * Work weekdays, weekends and holidays, as visits vary based on client needs * Enter the homes of clients and visit with their pets for varying lengths of time (usually 15 - 30 minutes each) * Act as primary care givers for pets while their owners are away * Walk pets as requested * Feed pets as requested * Provide appropriate litter box and/or cage clean up as required * Check that pets have ample, clean water supply and refill as necessary * Patrol homes for accidents or damage caused by pets in the absence of their owners * Clean any accidents or damage discovered in homes of our clients * Communicate with Management Pet Sitter Requirements and Qualifications: * Northern VA residence within 5 miles of 22301 is preferred * Must have your own, reliable mode of transportation to perform the duties and responsibilities associated with this role * Must have your own reliable Smart Phone with internet access and data plan * Must be extremely detail oriented * Able to follow detailed instructions * Must be responsible, reliable, and dependable * Must be timely and punctual * Must be able to self-manage * Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills * Must be compassionate about animals * Must feel comfortable working with and interacting with both small and large animals * Must be willing to walk and drive in all weather conditions * Must be able to make at least a 6 month commitment, however longer is preferred * Must be able to pass criminal background check LBGTQ and POC encouraged to apply. Set your own hours and stay active. Compensation is $24-$28 per hour plus tips paid on a per visit basis. This is a Part Time SUPPLEMENTAL INCOME position.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include visiting clients' homes to care for pets for 15-30 minutes, acting as primary caregivers by feeding, walking, and cleaning up after animals. Sitters must also patrol homes for damage and communicate with management.