Tower Grove Pet Sitter / Dog Walker

Since 1997, 4 Legged Kids has been the #1 dog-walking and pet-sitting company in St. Louis. We are NOW HIRING!

We do not have temporary or seasonal positions available (i.e. summer for students in town, bridge positions, etc)

Schedule:

• Must have some availability for daytime. Evening and weekend opportunities also available.
• Ideal candidates are freelance professionals, college students, stay-at-home parents, teachers, and retired professionals
• This role is part-time (10-20 hours), and many of our employees have other professional or educational commitments.

Location:

• This position will service St. Louis are generally south of Highway 40 and south city (63103, 63110, 63104, 63118, 63139, 63116)
• We are also hiring in other areas for additional pet-sitting and dog-walking roles.
• We service St. Louis, St. Louis County, and St. Charles County.

Compensation and Benefits:

$15 - $20 / hour (based on previous staff wages)

$500 - $1500 / month (earnings based on staff member availability, performance, and client demand)

• Company 401K.
• 100% Client Gratuity.
• Bonuses are based on performance.
• Promotional opportunities for motivated and dedicated staff.
• Cash compensation for mileage.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Pet Care Experience - personal, professional, or volunteer experience.
• Must have the ability to work with a variety of dog breeds and sizes.
• Must have recent experience in a demanding, detail-oriented position. 
• High-level timeliness and accountability.
• An eye for detail and a passion for completion.
• Ability to work independently with minimal to no supervision.
• Ability to safely lift 50 pounds and walk briskly for 30 minutes at a time.
• Have your own functional and reliable transportation.
• Have a modern smartphone capable of running modern iOS or Android software
• Preferred candidates will have experience practicing safety procedures in the workplace.
• All candidates must have patience and empathy for all animals. We are a fear-free/force-free business.  

Responsible for the following:

• Providing care to animals (mainly dogs and cats), including walking, feeding, waste removal, medications, and other tasks as needed.
• Communicate with staff, clients, and management via voice, messaging, and email.  
• Participates as a team member in company training, education, events, and programs.
• Local marketing efforts in the service area of 4 Legged Kids.