Pet Care Specialist

Pet Patrol delivers award winning dog walking and pet sitting services with a strong emphasis on providing all employees and pet clients with a save environment. We are licensed, bonded, and insured and our staff go through an onboarding process that prepares them to work with new animals. We assign primary walkers to our clients and we only offer private dog walks, no group walks. Pet Patrol offers a rewarding opportunity to work hands-on with animals while also providing the skill sets needed to build a professional animal focused career.

The coverage area for this route for this job ad is for Palos, Orland, Tinley and surrounding areas.

As a Pet Care Specialist at Pet Patrol, you will play a vital role in the well-being of pets in our community. Your responsibilities will include dog walking, pet sitting, and providing quality care for all other pets – cats, birds, fish, etc. This position is perfect for animal lovers who want to make a positive impact in the lives of pets and their owners.

Responsibilities

• Walk dogs of various sizes and temperaments, ensuring their safety and enjoyment.
• Provide pet sitting services, including feeding, administering medication, and companionship.
• Handle animals with care and ensure proper restraint when necessary.
• Communicate effectively with pet owners regarding their pets' needs and behaviors.
• Maintain cleanliness in pet areas and ensure all supplies are stocked and organized.

Requirements

• Experience in dog handling or working with animals is preferred.
• Strong customer service skills to build rapport with pet owners.
• Ability to lift dogs or cats (up to 40lbs) as required for pet care tasks.
• Knowledge of animal behavior and basic animal care practices is a plus.
• Certification in veterinary assistance or grooming is an advantage but not mandatory.
• Ability to complete paid training program and follow customer provided care details.
• Over 18 and available Monday – Friday 10am to 3pm; Weekend and Holiday Flexibility – we care for pets 365!

The ideal candidate:

An honest, patient, and enthusiastic candidate, who can provide our clients’ dogs and cats with the highest quality visits possible. The candidate should enjoy an active work environment, walking independently, working outdoors regardless of weather conditions.

Perfection combination of detective and superhero for those ‘How did that happen’ scenarios.

If you have a passion for pets and want to join a team that values animal welfare, apply today to become a Pet Care Specialist at Pet Patrol!

www.pet-patrol.net/employment/

Pay: $17.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• On-the-job training
• Paid time off
• Paid training

Work Location: In person