Traveling Pet Sitter

Now Hiring: Traveling Pet Sitter & Dog Walker – ParaMount Pet Care

Love animals and want a flexible, meaningful job with more variety and responsibility? ParaMount Pet Care is hiring a dependable Traveling Pet Sitter & Dog Walker to serve all of Luzerne County, PA. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys being on the move, working independently, and stepping in wherever pets need care most.

About Our Company

ParaMount Pet Care is a locally owned pet care service offering in-home pet sitting, daily dog walks, pet transportation, and basic house care throughout Luzerne County. We focus on reliability, safety, and treating every pet like a member of the family, while using an easy-to-use app to keep pet parents informed and reassured.

What Makes This Role Different

This is not a standard territory-based pet sitting position. As a Traveling Pet Sitter, you will:

• Cover our entire service area across Luzerne County
• Serve as a fill-in or backup sitter when other team members are unavailable
• Take on a variety of assignments with different pets, routines, and locations
• Receive a higher pay rate than standard pet sitting roles due to flexibility and travel expectations

What This Job Involves

In this position, you will:

• Visit clients’ homes to care for dogs, cats, and small pets across multiple locations
• Walk dogs according to each pet’s routine and energy level
• Provide food, fresh water, and medications when required
• Handle pet-related clean-up, including waste pick-up and litter box maintenance
• Monitor each pet’s behavior and health, reporting any concerns
• Send updates and photos to clients through our pet care app after each visit
• Maintain a calm, safe, and positive environment for every animal in your care

Day-to-Day Expectations

• Travel throughout Luzerne County to complete scheduled visits
• Walk dogs one-on-one or in small, safe groups with strong leash control
• Follow written care instructions and household guidelines exactly
• Manage special feeding routines and medications as directed by clients
• Offer playtime, affection, and companionship to pets of different ages and personalities
• Complete light household tasks such as bringing in mail or watering plants when requested
• Use the Time To Pet app to check in and out of visits and communicate with clients

Who Will Do Well in This Role

• Has experience with animals (personal, volunteer, or professional)
• Is comfortable frequently traveling and working in different environments
• Has open and flexible availability, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Is willing to work as an on-call or fill-in sitter when needed
• Can safely handle and walk dogs of varying sizes and strength
• Is reliable, organized, punctual, and detail-oriented
• Communicates clearly and professionally with clients and team members
• Has consistent access to a reliable vehicle and a smartphone
• Is comfortable working independently while maintaining company standards
• Is willing to complete a background check

What You’ll Gain

• Higher pay rate reflecting travel and flexibility requirements
• A supportive team of fellow pet lovers and backup coverage when needed
• Use of professional pet care software for scheduling and communication
• Flexible hours with a dynamic and varied workday
• Opportunities to expand your experience with different pets and care situations
• The satisfaction of helping pets feel safe at home and giving owners peace of mind

If you’re ready to provide dependable, high-quality care for pets across all of Luzerne County, we invite you to apply and join the ParaMount Pet Care team. ParaMount Pet Care is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds who are committed to excellent pet care and customer service.

Pay: $17.00 - $23.00 per hour

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: On the road