Groomer

Petco Health and Wellness; New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team culture

Office support

Insurance & bonding

Online scheduling

Tips & bi-monthly pay

Long-term opportunity

Job summary

The Peaks Pet Nanny is seeking dependable Pet Nannies to provide in-home pet sitting and dog walking for clients in Northern NJ. This 1099 Independent Contractor role requires local travel within the service area, with opportunities for overnights, weekends, and holidays at higher pay.

Ideal candidates are animal-loving, outdoorsy, and reliable, with a vehicle and valid license. Benefits include scheduling support, insurance/bonding, and long-term growth potential within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Must be 25+ (insurance requirement).
• Reliable, insured vehicle + valid driver’s license.
• Smartphone, computer, and printer access.
• Physically able to walk dogs of all sizes.
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather.
• Dependable, trustworthy, and professional.
• Background check and references required.
• Prior personal or professional pet care experience.

Responsibilities

• Meet with clients for complimentary meet & greets.
• Follow customized care instructions.
• Provide visit updates with photos/videos.
• Communicate clearly with the office, clients, and fellow Pet Nannies.
• Work independently while being a strong, positive team member.

Skills

Reliable

Pet care experience

Outdoor work

Strong communicator

Tools

Smartphone

Computer access

Printer access

Job description

We’re looking for reliable, animal-loving folks to provide dependable pet sitting and dog walking (in the client's home).

This role is perfect for fellow Pet Parents who enjoy being outdoors and caring for pets as if they were their own. Location Requirement This position is for Pet Nannies who live within or very close to the service area , as the role involves frequent local travel. The service area includes Millburn, Maplewood & Union.

The Peaks Pet Nanny has been caring for pets and their families across Northern NJ since 2004.

With a trusted team of 55+ Pet Nannies and nearly 4,000 families served, we’re the largest privately owned pet sitting company in the area, and our culture truly sets us apart.

If you love animals, enjoy being active, and want flexible, meaningful work, this is your chance to join a reliable, supportive, and award-winning team.

What We Offer

• Supportive, respectful team culture
• Full office support (scheduling, billing, customer service, marketing)
• Liability insurance and bonding provided
• Online scheduling system
• Bi-monthly payments + tips
• Long-term opportunity

Role Overview

• Weekday dog walking (midday focus)
• In-the-clients-home: pet sitting visits (morning, midday, evening, bedtime)
• Optional overnight care
• Weekend & holiday opportunities with additional pay

Qualifications

• Must be 25+ (insurance requirement)
• Reliable, insured vehicle + valid driver’s license
• Smartphone, computer, and printer access
• Physically able to walk dogs of all sizes
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather
• Dependable, trustworthy, and professional
• Background check and references required
• Prior personal or professional pet care experience

Responsibilities

• Meet with clients for complimentary meet & greets
• Follow customized care instructions
• Provide visit updates with photos/videos
• Communicate clearly with the office, clients, and fellow Pet Nannies
• Work independently while being a strong, positive team member

Compensation (1099 Independent Contractor)

• 30‑min visit: $15–$22
• 45‑min visit: $22–$27
• 60‑min visit: $27+
• Overnights (10–12 hr): $77+
• Extra pay for customer tips, weekends, holidays, and additional pets
• Bonus: Independent Contractors may deduct eligible work expenses at tax time.

• Join a company that truly values its team and the families they serve.
• Make a real impact every day—one paw at a time.

Please Check Us Out:

• www.thepeakspnanny.com