Professional Pet Sitter & Field Operations

Pet and Home Care; Maryland; On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Paid time off

Paid training

Referral program

Job summary

Pet and Home Care is hiring full and part-time Professional Pet Sitters to care for pets in Montgomery and Frederick counties within a 10-mile radius of your home. You’ll operate independently using our app to log visits, share photos, and follow client care notes for accuracy.

Ideal candidates are pet lovers with 1+ year of care experience (or 5+ years as owners), mobile-app savvy, and strong time-management skills. Weekend availability and a reliable vehicle are required.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of professional pet care experience or 5+ years as a dedicated pet owner.
• Must be available to work weekends and some holidays (minimum 20 hours per week).
• Must have a valid driver’s license, insured vehicle, and a modern smartphone.
• Reliable, punctual, and good communicator in a field-based role.

Responsibilities

• Care for pets with walks, potty breaks, feedings, playtime and comfort.
• Manage your route using the app with GPS routing and time-stamped logs.
• Take and share photos/videos of pets for clients.
• Follow client care notes and instructions with accuracy.
• Provide professional, concise digital updates to clients and HQ.

Skills

Pet care

Mobile apps

Time management

Route optimization

Communication

Job description

Join Maryland's Largest Independent Pet Care Company!

Pet and Home Care is hiring full and part-time Professional Pet Sitters to join our trusted team! We are looking for dependable, detail-oriented pet lovers who enjoy working independently and are comfortable using mobile platforms to deliver world-class service.

As a Pet Sitter and Field Operations Specialist, you'll service a territory of client homes within a 10 mile radius of your home, using our app to ensure every pet receives extraordinary care. This role offers independence, outdoor activity, and the chance to work with cute and cuddly pets!

What You'll Do

• Care for Pets: Walks, potty breaks, feedings, playtime, snuggles, and more! We care for our clients' pets like they're our own!
• Own Your Route: Use our scheduling and reporting app to manage real-time GPS routing, time-stamped check-ins, and digital service logs for each client visit.
• Take Pictures and Videos: Shoot and upload high-quality content of pets to provide clients with real-time "peace of mind" via our platform.
• Follow Detailed Instructions: Adhere to our points of service and follow our clients' specific pet care notes (nutrition, medical protocols, and behavioral routines) with 100% accuracy.
• Field Communications: Provide professional, concise digital correspondence to clients and the headquarters team.

Preferred Candidates

• Pet Lover: You have pets of your own or you're the first person your friends call when they need someone to look after theirs.
• Tech-Fluent: You are a "power user" of mobile apps (iOS or Android) and can troubleshoot basic connectivity or software issues in the field.
• Logistics-Minded: You're great at managing your time and can optimize your route efficiently.
• Security-Conscious: You have a high degree of situational awareness and take pride in securing physical assets (keys, alarms, and smart locks).

Requirements

• Experience: You have 1+ year of professional pet care experience OR 5+ years as a dedicated pet owner.
• Availability: You're available to service clients on a consistent weekly schedule (minimum 20 hours). Candidates MUST be available to work weekends and at least some holidays.
• Mobility: You have a valid driver's license, a reliable insured vehicle, and a modern smartphone.
• Reliability: You are punctual, responsive, and accountable. You take pride in your work and communicate well with fellow team members.
• Physical: You can handle dogs of all sizes on a leash and remain active outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Health, Dental, and Vision: For full-time employees, starting 30 days after hire (Health insurance available starting January 1, 2027)
• Financial Security: 401(k) and biweekly direct deposit
• Work-Life Balance: Paid Time Off and flexible scheduling
• Extra Compensation: Our clients offer generous tips for exceptional service. Pet sitters also earn additional income through optional overnight housesitting assignments (make money while you sleep!)
• Flexible Field-Based Work: Avoid the office cubicle and work independently
• Exclusive Discounts: 20% off retail and discounted pet care services

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• On-the-job training
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Referral program
• 7am-2pm
• 7am-5pm
• 2pm-9pm
• 5pm-9pm
• 7am-9pm
• 8pm-8am

Work Location: Montgomery County and Frederick County. Up to 10 mile radius around your home.