Dog Walker

Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Dog Walker to join our team. This SCOUT role involves providing exceptional care with pickup & drop-off and exercise alongside the lead handler in the community, ensuring clear communication to the lead handler and owners. The ideal candidate will have a love for animals, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple dogs safely and effectively.

Duties

• Walk dogs of various sizes and breeds, ensuring their safety and well-being during outings.
• Transport up to 5 dogs in your vehicle.
• Monitor each dog's behavior and health during walks, reporting any concerns to the owner.
• Provide basic training commands during walks to reinforce good behavior.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment by picking up after dogs and ensuring proper leash handling.
• Ability to take quality photo's of the dog walk, sending these to the lead handler.
• Communicate with pet owners and lead handler regarding their dog's needs, preferences, behavioral abnormalities and any issues that arise during walks.
• Assist in providing additional pet care services as needed, such as feeding or administering medication.
• Report and communicate with me any client cancellations, additions.
• Professional athletic business casual attire for walking.
• Part-time: 8-14 hours a week

Skills (Recommended, not required)

• Experience in animal care or pet sitting is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of dog handling techniques and animal restraint methods is essential.
• Familiarity with dog training principles is a plus, enhancing the walking experience for both the dog and owner.
• Strong interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with pet owners, prospective clients and understand their requirements.
• Ability to manage multiple dogs at once while maintaining control and safety during walks.
• (Optional) Background as a veterinary assistant or veterinary technician can be beneficial in understanding canine health needs.

Pay Structure

• Weekly electronic payment (Sunday).
• $20 per hour, max of 3 hours per session.
• Other pay includes tips.
• Each session is 2-3 hours; including including pickups and drop-off

Note: In-person training is required for group dog walking, including handling up to 5 dogs at once. Training will also cover quality control in communication, transportation, and managing dog reactivity.

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Referral program

Application Question(s):

• What is your level of experience with dog training? (Either with your own dog, volunteer experience, professionally, etc)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Mountain View, CA 94043 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Mountain View, CA 94043: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person