Dog Walker Position

Marathon Mutts; Winthrop (MA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

Marathon Mutts is expanding their team and seeks a dedicated Dog Walker in Winthrop, Massachusetts. The position involves exercising clients' dogs, ensuring their food and water needs are met, and monitoring their health and safety. Required qualifications include a valid driver's license, a reliable vehicle, and preferably prior experience with dogs. The candidate should be self-motivated and reliable, able to lift up to 15 pounds and handle dogs of various sizes. Availability is required Monday to Friday between 9:00 am and 4:00 pm, including specific weekday commitments.

Qualifications

• Prior experience working with dogs is preferred.
• A valid driver's license and reliable vehicle are required.
• Self-motivation, patience, and reliability are essential.

Responsibilities

• Exercise – Walk, run, or jog the clients’ dogs for daily exercise.
• Check the dogs’ food and water supply, providing as needed.
• Communicate with the animals’ owners regarding their needs.
• Pick up after the animals during walks.

Skills

Prior experience working with dogs

Self-motivation

Reliability

Patience

Job description

Marathon Mutts is looking to expand our team of Dog Walkers.

He/she will visit the homes of clients to take dogs out for exercise and, on occasion, provide their meals as needed. The ideal person for this position understands the safety and priority of the animals in their care.

Responsibilities

• Exercise – Walk, run, or jog the clients’ dogs to provide daily exercise in all types of weather.
• Check the dogs’ food and water supply, and if needed, provide food and water to the animal after the daily walk.
• Communicate with the animals’ owners, (as required) and be aware of any medical needs observed during your run or walk.
• Other services – Pick up after the animals during the walk.

Availability

• Monday - Friday consistently between 9:00 am and 4:00 pm. Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday are required.
• Transportation – a valid Driver’s License and dependable vehicle are required.
• Our clients & their animals rely on you to be there when they need you.

Requirements

• Prior experience working with dogs is preferred.
• A valid driver's license and reliable vehicle are required.
• Self-motivation, patience, and reliability.
• The ability to walk, run, pull, push, bend or reach.
• The ability to lift up to 15 pounds.
• Capable of handling all sizes of canines from small to large.