Pet Sitter (NW Gainesville)

Pay: $17–$22/hour + tips + bonuses

About the Role (***PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING***)

Pet Sitters of Gainesville is hiring a stellar Pet Sitter to join our team of animal lovers in NW Gainesville! This position is perfect for someone who’s reliable, energetic in the mornings, and looking for supplemental income with a consistent schedule.

You’ll provide trusted care to our clients’ pets, including dog walks, cat visits, feeding, waste cleanup, and sending warm, detailed updates to clients.

Schedule

• Monday–Friday: 8:30 AM – 1:30 PM (consistent schedule)
• 3 evenings a week from 4:30 to 6:00 PM
• Rotating weekends: Every other Saturday & Sunday
• Holidays: Availability preferred and favored (bonus pay available)

Requirements

• Must live in NW Gainesville (i.e.: Santa Fe college are, Newberry Rd, NW 39th ave, etc).
• Reliable, fuel-efficient car for daily commuting (sedan type ideal).
• Comfortable with all pets—large dogs, barky/nervous dogs, shy cats.
• Strong communication skills (in person & written).
• Physically able to walk up to 5 hours/day in Florida weather (hot or cold)
• Commitment: 6 months minimum.

What We Value

• Integrity: doing the right thing even when no one is watching and experience working independently.
• Dependability: clients count on us every day.
• Warmth & professionalism: making clients and pets feel cared for.

Benefits

• $17–$22/hour pay
• Tips (weekly)
• Referral bonuses
• Holiday bonus pay
• Supportive team environment

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $450.00 - $650.00 per week

Benefits:

• Referral program

Application Question(s):

• Where in NW Gainesville do you live, and what’s your closest landmark or cross street?
• How does this role fit into your current life—are you looking for supplemental income, or full time employment?
• If hired, how long do you see yourself staying in this position, and what would help you stay committed?
• Describe a time you had to follow through on an important responsibility at work. How did you make sure it got done right?
• What’s your experience with pets—dogs (large or shy) and cats? Share a specific example.
• How do you handle a barky or nervous dog when meeting them for the first time?
• Tell us about a time you followed detailed written instructions. How did you stay accurate?
• How would you describe your communication style with clients? What makes clients feel confident in you?
• What apps or tools do you use regularly, and how comfortable are you with using technology for for work ?
• This job involves walking in Florida heat, rain or cold. How do you prepare for outdoor work?

• What do you think makes a pet sitter trustworthy and dependable in clients’ eyes?
• We require 2 professional and 2 personal references before hiring. Would you be able to provide at the time of hiring, and what would they say about your reliability?
• This position requires entering clients’ homes and caring for their pets. Are you willing to undergo a background check as part of the hiring process?
• Tell us about your car—make, model, and reliability. How do you keep it dependable for daily use, and are you ok driving it for pet sitting?
• This position requires weekday mornings (Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–1:30 PM) and every other weekend (Saturday and Sunday). Please describe your availability for both weekdays and weekends. can you confirm if you can commit to this schedule?

Work Location: On the road