Dog Walker Part time

AMA Atlanta; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tips 100% for you

Mileage reimbursement

Paid training

Bonding and liability insurance

Workers compensation insurance

Bi-weekly pay via direct deposit

Discounted pet care

W-2 employment

Job summary

Laughing Pets Atlanta is seeking dog walkers with hours based on YOUR schedule; the more you work, the more you earn. We serve Buckhead, Midtown, West Midtown and Morningside, and you’ll spend your day strolling neighborhoods and bringing joy to pets and their families.

This is an active outdoor role in a professional pet care team. You’ll walk dogs, possibly care for cats, and work independently following our scheduling app.

Qualifications

• Active, outdoor, physically demanding job requiring brisk walking.
• Own reliable, insured vehicle and valid driver’s license.
• Smartphone with GPS, data plan, and camera.
• Detail-oriented, professional, dependable, honest and enthusiastic.
• Willing to drive between client homes within the service area.

Responsibilities

• Walk dogs and provide safe, enjoyable exercise.
• Occasional cat care: feeding, litter, play, meds as needed.
• Follow scheduling app directions and communicate with the supervisor.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Dependable

Honest

Enthusiastic

Energetic

Positive attitude

Animal handling

Tools

Smartphone with GPS

Job description

As a dog walker for Laughing Pets, we offer hours are based on YOUR schedule.
The more you work, the more you earn.
We provide services in Buckhead, Midtown, West Midtown and Morningside
DO YOU LOVE ANIMALS?
DO YOU LOVE THE OUTDOORS?
Then you'll love working for Laughing Pets Atlanta!
Imagine spending your workday strolling through neighborhoods and bringing joy to pets and their families! We are more than just a dog walking company. We are a professional pet care team that has been serving Atlanta since 2010.
Curious what it's like to work with us?

• Hours based on YOUR schedule. The more you work, the more you earn.
• Competitive Salary $18-$20 per hour
• Tips - 100% of tips are for you
• Holiday Pay Time+1/2 for multiple days throughout the holidays
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Small Service Area there's less driving between client homes
• Paid on-the-job training so you'll be comfortable, capable and confident
• Bonding and general liability insurance to protect you and our clients
• Workers Compensation Insurance if you are injured, we pay your medical bills and short-term pay
• Bi-Weekly Pay through direct deposit
• Discounted pet care so you have peace of mind when you travel
• W2 employees, not contractors we pay a portion of your employment taxes and there's no need to budget for that big tax payment check you'd have to write if you were an independent contractor

We serve clients in Buckhead, Midtown, West Midtown and Morningside. More specific neighborhoods listed on our website. This job requires driving between client homes so consider your commute to these neighborhoods - mileage and time - before you apply.
Must haves
Physical Requirements: This is an active, outdoor, physically demanding job. It requires walking at a brisk pace, maintaining good balance, good hand dexterity for handling leashes, gates and pet supplies. You must have the strength to walk up to 2 large dogs and dogs that pull on leash.
Transportation: You must own a reliable, insured vehicle and valid drivers license. You will not be considered if you rely on public transportation or car services.
Technology: You must have a smartphone with GPS, plenty of data and a functioning camera
Skills and Attributes: Detail-oriented and follow instructions. You\'re professional, dependable, honest and enthusiastic. You are enthusiastic, energetic, have a positive attitude and genuine interest in learning more about animals and animal handling
What will you be doing at Laughing Pets Atlanta?
You aren\'t just walking dogs. You\'re providing an essential service that pet parents truly rely on. There\'s a sense of pride knowing that you are improving the lives of both pets and their families every single day. You\'re driving home to home to provide care across our service area. In this position you are working independently, following directions from our scheduling app while communicating with your supervisor for any questions or support.
Dog walks: Safely providing exercise, enrichment, companionship
Occasional Cat Care: care for cats includes feeding, scooping litter, play and potentially dispensing medication
Every visit matters! You play a trusted role in our clients' lives while making sure their pets are happy, healthy and safe
This position is specifically Monday - Friday (you are not required to be available each weekday)
Additional shifts on nights and weekends are available
Join the Laughing Pets Atlanta family and be a part of something special