Dog Walker / Pet Sitter

Swifto Charlotte; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 11,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Swifto Charlotte is seeking independent dog walkers in Charlotte to provide reliable, outdoor pet care with flexible scheduling. Build recurring weekly routes and work with compliance and updates via the Swifto app.

You’ll earn $9.00 per 20-minute walk, with typical routes of 5–10 visits per day. As an independent contractor, you manage taxes and payments; the role offers autonomy and the chance to establish a steady income with automatic rate increases after every 400 visits.

Job description

Swifto connects pet owners with reliable, independent dog walkers and pet sitters through smart technology and a supportive operations team. If you enjoy being outdoors, working with animals, and building a consistent routine, this is a great opportunity!

Why walkers choose Swifto:

• Build a consistent route with recurring weekly clients
• Flexible scheduling -- you choose the availability that works for you
• Solo walks only (one household at a time)
• Tips + automatic rate increases
• App-based support for scheduling, updates, and communication

Dog walking with Swifto:

As an independent contractor, you'll accept dog walks and pet sitting visits that fit your availability. Each visit includes caring for pets, providing exercise or playtime, sending photo updates, and completing a short visit summary in the app. Many walkers work with the same pets week after week, creating predictive income and strong relationships.

What we're looking for:

• Located in Charlotte
• 18+ years old
• Experience caring for dogs and/or cats
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather
• Able to set a recurring weekly availability
• Able to commit to at least 6 months

Pay:

• $9.00 per 20-minute walk/visit (starting rate)
• Typical routes include 5-10 visits per day, depending on your availability
• Example: 7 visits = $63/day + tips
• Automatic rate increases every 400 completed walks/visits
• This is a 1099 independent contractor role. Contractors are paid per visit and manage their own taxes.