About Us: Paws for Walks Chicago is a premium pet care company that is more than dog walking and pet sitting. We are dedicated to pet safety first, then we have lots of tail waggin' fun! We are a women and LGBTQ+ owned company that is committed to excellent pet care as well as building up a staff of excellent pet-care specialists. Our employees enjoy a work culture that promotes physical and mental health & happiness for that of our staff and our pup clients. We have been providing individual dog walks, overnight care, cat visits, and boarding in Chicago since 2013. We are adding Part-Time/Fill in Experienced Dog Walkers to support the following neighborhoods: - Lincoln Park - Lakeview East - Gold Coast - Old Town - River North - Streeterville - Lakeshore East - West Town - Loop, South Loop and West Loop The Job: Ensure pets receive excellent care during 20-60 minute visitsProvide enriching playtime whether inside with cats or outside on walks with dogs for the full duration of the serviceFollow agreed upon routes and schedules dictated by human clientsMonitor pets throughout the visit and report anything necessary requested by human clientsProvide water, food, and treats as requested by human clientsClean up after pets and dispose of waste properly during walksCompose thoughtful and detailed messages to clients at the end of each visit requested by human clientsMaintain a friendly and professional demeanor with clients and their pets What We Need: Previous pet-care experience preferredComfortable handling dogs of all sizes and working with cats (on occasion)Local full-time resident of our service area *or can commute to service areasPhysical stamina and ability to lift 50lbsComfortable walking in various elements, such as rain, snow, and hot weatherAbility to work independently and manage time effectivelyWilling to commit to the position on a long term basisUS citizen or legally authorized to work in the US, must have SSN21 years of age or olderAble to submit to and pass a background checkHas a smartphone with a reliable data planSalary: Pay begins at $18/hour, paid per length of job and is based on experience. Multiple dogs, early morning, late night, weekend and holiday hours accrue fees that are passed on to staff as bonus per walk. Pay for Overnight, daycare & boarding are based on experience and location Clients tip up to 20% per service for excellent service. Benefits: Animal behavior training and pet first aid certificationRaise, performance and bonus structurePaid training both online and in the fieldCompany provided CTA passesFree PUPPY KISSES!Schedule: Monday - Friday: Early Morning, Midday, Early Evening and Evening Saturday-Sunday 7-11am Saturday-Sunday 11am-3pm Saturday-Sunday 3-7pm
Saturday-Sunday 7-10pm
Overnight care in dogs homes: 8pm-8am
Daycare in your home: 9-5 or as client requests
Dog boarding in your home: client will dictate time This position works well as a second job for many in the service or gig industry, as well as retirees looking for part-time work.