Professional Pet Sitter - Independent Contractor

Job Title: Professional Pet Sitter – Independent Contractor
Location: Portland, Maine.
Company: The Kritter Sitters LLC

Web: https://thekrittersittersme.com/

The Kritter Sitters LLC is expanding and looking for reliable, compassionate, and professional pet sitters to join our growing team! If you have experience caring for pets (beyond your own), love animals, and are seeking flexible, rewarding work, we’d love to hear from you.

About the Role:

As a pet sitter with The Kritter Sitters LLC, you'll provide pet care in clients homes. This includes walks, feeding, playtime, litter box and cage cleaning, and companionship for a variety of animals big and small. You'll represent our company and be entrusted with the care of beloved pets while their owners are away.

This is a 1099 independent contractor position. Sitters retain 75% of all earnings.

Ideal Candidates:

We are seeking individuals who:

• Are active retirees looking to stay busy
• Work from home and have a flexible schedule
• Are teachers with availability during school breaks
• Have experience as veterinary technicians (preferred, not required)

Requirements:

• Experience sitting for animals other than your own
• Must not have your own roster of pet sitting clients (no conflicts of interest)
• Reliable transportation and a smartphone with data for scheduling and communication
• Excellent references (which will be verified)
• Willingness to undergo a background check
• Dependable, communicative, and respectful of clients' homes and pets
• Comfort with all types of animals (dogs, cats, small animals, birds, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Provide daily care for pets, including feeding, walking, and administering medication as needed.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment for pets by managing waste and cleaning up after them.
• Engage in playtime and exercise to keep pets active and happy.
• Monitor pet behavior and health, reporting any concerns to the owner promptly.
• Ensure proper animal restraint during handling or grooming as necessary.
• Communicate effectively with pet owners regarding their pets' needs and any observations made during visits.
• Manage scheduling and adhere to agreed-upon visit times consistently.

Skills

• Proficient in pet care techniques and knowledge of various animal behaviors.
• Experience in animal handling and animal restraint to ensure safety during interactions.
• Strong customer service skills to maintain positive relationships with pet owners.
• Background in veterinary practices or as a veterinary assistant is advantageous.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting, particularly when managing larger breeds or equipment related to pet care.

What We Offer:

• Flexible scheduling – you set your availability
• Support from a professional and passionate team
• Ongoing opportunities for work year-round
• The chance to work with animals and make a difference in their lives

Join our team as a Pet Sitter where your passion for animals can shine through!

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: $1,000.00 - $7,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Referral program

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)
• Night Shift (Required)
• Overnight Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person