Find Jobs
Find Jobs Near You – Available Work in Your Location
Midday Dog Walker (10am-2pm) - Part-Time - Oswego/Yorkville/Plainfield
Career Insights for Animal Care Worker / Manager
See where this job fits in the broader career landscape. Knowing your career path helps you see what's possible from here.
Scorecard
Based on Illinois data
Review key factors to help you decide if this role fits your goals. How is this calculated?
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.
$29,825 / year median in Illinois
+14% projected growth
Job Description
- Part-Time
- Oswego/Yorkville/Plainfield Simply Pets Pet Sitting LLC Oswego, IL Job Details Part-time $15
- $17 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid training Qualifications Companion animal handling Route driving Dog handling Mobile devices Full Job Description Love dogs, fresh air, and a job that keeps you moving?
Apply here:
https://simplypetspetsitting.com/midday-dog-walker/The Quick Details Schedule:
Monday-Friday, 10:00 AM-2:00 PM (midday routes)Hours:
about 8-12 hours/week (typically 2-4 hours/day )Location:
You'll be driving between client homes in Oswego, Plainfield, Yorkville (and surrounding areas)Pay:
Starting pay at $15/hr + 100% of tips $16/hr after 30 days (with a performance review) Most team members earn $2+/hr extra in tips Many walkers earn up to ~$600/month part-time Why You'll Love This Job Paid Pet First Aid/CPR certification W2 employee (not a contractor role) Insurance + worker's compensation coverage Flexible, independent work (you're out and about- not stuck at a desk) Daily perks include puppy cuddles, happy dances, and wagging tails What You'll Be Doing Traveling between client homes to provide safe, loving care for dogs (and sometimes cats/other pets) Midday dog walks and potty breaks Feeding, refreshing water, and basic pet care tasks as needed Using our app to view your schedule , navigate your route , and log visit notes (we love great communication) Basic Requirements (Must-Haves) 18+ years old Able to pass a background check Local Illinois resident Comfortable handling dogs of all sizes Able to lift up to 40 lbs unassisted Available all weekdays between 10 AM-2 PM Reliable transportation (this role involves driving between visits) A smartphone you can use for scheduling/logging visits in our app Who This Role Is Great For Local college students , retirees , stay-at-home parents , rideshare drivers , freelancers , dog trainers , and anyone looking for a part-time job that's active, upbeat, and genuinely rewarding.
Apply here:
https://simplypetspetsitting.com/midday-dog-walker/ Want to get a feel for us first? Find us on Instagram +Facebook:
@simplypetspetsittingJob Type:
Part-time Pay:
$15.00- $17.