Pet Sitter - Lone Tree

As You Wish Pet Sitters; Lone Tree (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a passionate team dedicated to animal care in a thriving community! This role offers a unique opportunity for individuals who love pets and enjoy flexible hours. As a pet sitter, you'll provide essential care for animals, ensuring their safety and well-being while working independently. With a focus on detail and effective communication, you'll build relationships with clients and their beloved pets. If you're a motivated self-starter with a love for animals and a desire to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Qualifications

• Must be over 21 years old and have a car with insurance.
• Must pass a criminal background check and be detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Provide pet care services as an independent contractor.
• Walk dogs and administer first aid as necessary.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Time management

Self-management

Animal care

Communication skills

Marketing skills

Education

Completion of Pet First Aid/CPR training

Ongoing training in animal behavior

Tools

Cell phone

Computer

Job description

Do you have a passion for animals & love people?

If you live in the Highlands Ranch/Lone Tree area we're looking for you! Make a living doing what you love!

You MUST complete all steps in the application process, a short survey follows the application which must be completed.

Colorado's #1 Professional Pet Sitting Team is seeking new Team Members! As You Wish Pet Sitters is currently hiring exceptional Pet Sitters to join our wonderful team. This is a wonderful opportunity for former nurses and vet techs!

Business in the south metro suburbs is EXPLODING! Immediate opportunities especially in Lone Tree.

MUST LIVE in Highlands Ranch/Lone Tree/Parker Colorado area to apply for this position!

Additionally you must be:

• A highly motivated professional over 21 years of age.
• Able to function as an independent contractor/licensee of As You Wish and will be compensated on a per job, not hourly basis.
• Available nights, weekends and holidays. Overnight availability a plus!
• Available from 6 am - 9 pm. Most of the sits will be 7 am - 8 pm; however, there may be instances where the homeowner would like you to visit at different times.
• Willing to function in both a team and individual environment.
• Extremely detail oriented!

Pet Sitter - Requirements and Qualifications

• Must have a car, auto insurance, and a clean MVR.
• Must be extremely detail oriented.
• Must be able to follow instructions.
• Must be responsible, reliable, and dependable.
• Must pass a criminal background check.
• Efficient time management skills a must.
• Must be able to self-manage.
• Must be a motivated, self-starter.
• You must respect client confidentiality.
• You must have a deep love of animals to apply for this position.
• You must be able to walk dogs on the appropriate or designated leash.
• You must be able to administer first aid as necessary during the dog visit (training available).
• Must feel comfortable working with and interacting with both small and large animals; prior animal training or behavior training a plus.
• You must possess the ability to take detailed notes and communicate effectively in both written and oral form.
• You must possess the ability to market your business to potential clients and business partners.
• You must have a cell phone, preferably with text message capability, and also be comfortable using a computer to generate reports and complete schedules.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Activity Level: Medium – Walk, lift, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, handle, hear and see. Be able to walk up to 5 miles daily. Occasional: Lifting up to 35 lbs. (Lifting dog into and out of vehicle or onto bed if necessary).

Environment: Indoors for 50% of the time.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Completion of Pet First Aid/CPR training course.
• As You Wish encourages ongoing training in animal-related behavior, a professional certification course, or attendance at the annual NAPPS conference.