Morning Pet Sitter

Apply for the Morning Pet Sitter role at Pawsitive Dawg Walking and Pet Sitting, LLC
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This range is provided by Pawsitive Dawg Walking and Pet Sitting, LLC. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

• $16.00/hr - $22.00/hr

Are you enthusiastic about caring for dogs and cats, dedicated to ensuring their happiness and well‑being? Do you thrive on outdoor adventures and have the stamina to walk dogs of all sizes for extended distances, rain or shine? Are you equally adept at providing tender care for our feline friends in their homes? Do you have a desire to follow your passion and work with animals?

At Pawsitive Dawg Walking and Pet Sitting, we are a force‑free, fear‑free pet care team dedicated to the social, emotional, and overall well‑being of all animals. We offer solo dog walks (never group walks) so each pet receives individualized attention and care. We also provide services for one family at a time to ensure a safe, calm, and comfortable experience for both pets and people.

Our mission is to deliver top‑notch, compassionate care, and we’re on the lookout for a part‑time to full‑time pet sitter to join our family. If you’re looking for an exciting opportunity to be part of a supportive and passionate team based in Waltham, MA, we’d love to hear from you!

• 10‑hour position working between 8:00 am–11:00 am, Monday–Friday, plus one weekend per month
• 10‑hour position working between 9:00 am–12:00 pm, Monday–Friday, plus one weekend per month

• A fun job where you get to be outside and exercise
• A job where you work with animals and their owners on a daily basis
• Work independently with no groups
• Paid training
• Cell‑phone stipend
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off after 12 months of employment
• Simple IRA if you earn more than $5,000 in the year
• Great hours with additional hours available
• Direct deposit
• Full bonding and liability insurance
• Established dog walking/pet sitting business since 2012

• We pay you by service (commission) + mileage reimbursement + cell‑phone stipend + 100% tips
• If you have 0–1 year of experience, the starting weekend pay averages between $16–22 per hour (plus mileage reimbursement + cell‑phone stipend + 100% tips). Pay increases with experience.
• This is an Employee W2 position, NOT an independent contractor.
• Depending on your availability and experience, this can be a great way to earn supplemental income.
• Make extra money by providing pet‑sitting services, extra hours, overnights, or weekend work.
• This is a part‑time job to start and will become full time for the right person. Schedules are based on client needs; more visits will be available as your comfort grows.
• A minimum of 6 months commitment is preferred. Temporary/seasonal positions (e.g., summer) are NOT available.

• Experience: Bring at least 2 years of hands‑on experience caring for animals (personal, volunteer, or professional). Handles both large and small dogs and proficiently cares for cats, including feeding, playing, and maintaining litter boxes.
• Physical Ability: Walk dogs up to 6 miles per day; lift up to 40–50 pounds (bags of pet food, litter, etc.).
• Weather Warrior: Resilient and prepared to work in all New England weather; must handle short walks to hour‑long treks.
• Pet Care Duties: Feed, manage waste, clean, administer medication, handle spills.
• Tech‑Savvy: Use GPS and review pet‑care profiles in our scheduling app; follow detailed instructions.
• Scheduling & Supervision: Manage your schedule independently; cover for teammates when needed.
• Communication: Demonstrate excellent verbal and written skills; respond quickly to team inquiries.
• Organizational
  
  Skills:
  
  Reliable, self‑motivated, maintain a positive attitude; keep detailed visit records.
• Animal Advocate: Provide undivided attention to each pet; conduct solo and group walks.
• Safety First: Ensure safety and security of animals and client homes.
• Clean and Green: Dispose of all pet waste cleanly and environmentally friendly.
• Daily Updates: Provide a comprehensive update…