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Pura Vida Pet Care Pet Sitters and Dog Walkers in CATALINA FOOTHILLS , CENTRAL TUCSON, & DOWNTOWN
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What they do
An Animal Care Worker or Manager manages animal care and grooming for a retail store that sells pets or for a pet grooming business. May also provide animal care and grooming at a kennel. Works with animals in shelters or rescue organizations. Works primarily with dogs and cats. Assists veterinarians with vaccinations or other procedures; screens people who want to adopt an animal from a shelter and provides information about caring for animals.
$34,929 / year median in Arizona
+14% projected growth
Job Description
Pura Vida Pet Care Pet Sitters and Dog Walkers in
CATALINA FOOTHILLS , CENTRAL TUCSON, & DOWNTOWN
Pura Vida Pet Care Catalina Foothills, AZ Job Details Part-time $15.50
- $24.
00 an hour 14 hours ago Benefits Paid training Flexible schedule Referral program Qualifications Companion animal handling Interpersonal skills Phone communication Driver's License Attention to detail Driving Dog handling Communication with pet owners GPS devices Time management Mobile devices First aid and CPR Full Job Description
IMPORTANT
MUST
SEND RESUME TO TO BE CONSIDERED!
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CANDIDATE MUST RESIDE WITHIN CATALINA FOOTHILLS, CENTRAL
TUCSON, or
DOWNTOWN IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED PLEASE NOTE
This position is best suited for someone looking for supplemental income and a flexible, part-time opportunity. We are currently growing our client base in this territory, so hours and visits will start out slowly and increase as the area grows. This position does not offer guaranteed hours and should not be relied upon as a primary source of income.
Please read job description below:
About Us We are adding pet loving and dedicated Pet Care Professionals to our growing team! Pura Vida Pet Care is a professional pet care and dog walking company servicing Tucson and surrounding cities. We are committed to providing excellent pet care for all animals who cross our path, and we are looking for awesome people to help us keep pets happy and healthy in their own homes! As a Pet Care Specialist & Dog Walker, you will be responsible for providing exceptional care for pets in their homes and ensuring our clients homes remain secure. This role is perfect for someone who loves animals, enjoys spending time in different environments, and is looking for a flexible, rewarding job.
Key Responsibilities:
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CANDIDATE MUST RESIDE WITHIN CATALINA, AZ IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED
In-Home Pet Care:
Provide loving and attentive care to pets, including feeding, walking, administering medications (if needed), and offering companionship.
House Care:
Ensure the client's home is secure, including tasks like bringing in the mail, watering plants, and adjusting lights or blinds as requested.
Communication:
Maintain clear and timely communication with both clients and our team, providing updates and addressing any concerns that may arise during your stay.
Emergency Handling:
Be prepared to handle any emergencies related to the pets or the home, following our guidelines and contacting appropriate parties as necessary. Respect for
Client Privacy:
Maintain the utmost respect for client privacy and property, adhering to all instructions provided by the client and our team.
Qualifications:
Here's what gets our tails wagging! Basic Requirements of our dedicated
Pet Care Professionals:
- Must physically be able to lift 20+ lbs, walk for 30 minutes straight, and can safely walk two medium size dogs in cold, hot, and rainy weather!
- Must have some mid-day availability during the week
- Have a smartphone and be able to become familiar with our software program. We use an app that allows our clients full transparency with time tracking and GPS tracking of their furry family members' adventures.
- Have a love and passion for animal care and safety
- Reliable, responsible, honest, dedicated, excellent at time management, and detailed oriented
- Attention to detail
- every animal is different and every pet parent has specific instructions. Being able to understand directions and get things right every time is super important!
- Excellent communicator with our management team, coworkers, and clients
- Ability to communicate quickly and effectively with clients and the team by returning app messages, texts, emails and phone calls quickly.
- Have a valid driver's license and reliable personal transportation
- Enjoy driving
- you are in the car driving between visits during the day!
- Part time work with option to add additional hours overtime
- Willing to work at least 2 weekends a month
- Willing to work some major holidays
- Willing to conduct early morning, afternoon, and evening visits
- You must be willing to pass a background/criminal check and become certified in pet CPR and first aid
- Live within a reasonable distance of our service area
- The ability to work autonomously with little supervision
- Be a team player that is good with change
- Communication Communication Communication; did we mention the ability to communicate?
Does this sound like the purrfect fit for you? Please email your resume to and write 'bark' at the very bottom of your email.
Job Type :
Part-time Salary :
$15.50
- 24 per hour Supplemental pay types :
Tips, Bonuses Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Independence
- Discounted Pet Care for your furry pals
- Paid Training
- A Supportive Team
- A job that leaves you feeling happy and fulfilled
- Taxes are withheld from paychecks and contributions to your FICA (Income tax, Social Security, and Medicare.)
- Client & Sitter Referral Bonuses
- Pet First Aid & CPR Training
- Get paid to play and exercise!
- Fuzzy Faces and Unconditional Love
- Enjoy the fresh air, exercise, and all the furry love anyone could ever ask for.
How to
Apply:
Please email your resume to . Please do not call our office about the position. Office staff are not in charge of hiring and are busy providing the great service to pet owners that we are known for. Thanks for your interest and happy tails!
Job Type:
Part-time Pay:
$15.50
- $24.
00 per hour
Benefits:
Flexible schedule Paid training Referral program
Work Location:
On the road