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.
Do you love animals, enjoy being outside, and feel good knowing people can count on you? At Walden Pet Services, we believe pet care should feel personal, joyful, and dependable•for both pets and the people who care for them. We're a long-standing local pet care company (serving Concord, Carlisle, Maynard, Acton, and Lincoln, MA since 1998!) made up of animal lovers, outdoor enthusiasts, and genuinely kind humans. We value clear communication, showing up when you say you will, and building real relationships with pets and their people. Yes, we take our work seriously•but we also laugh a lot, spend our days outside, and get paid to hang out with some pretty great dogs and cats. We're looking for dedicated dog walkers and genuine pet lovers to join our team on a part-time basis. If you've cared for animals and want to learn more, we've got the training covered.
What You'll Do:
Walk, hike, play with, and care for dogs (and cats!). Visit pets in their home for neighborhood walks and visits, or head out for adventures on local trails. Utilize our mobile app for check-ins, updates, and communications during visits.
Requirements:
A reliable, insured, pet-friendly car (we supply seatbelts + seat covers). A modern smartphone capable of running an industry-leading scheduling app. Be comfortable driving, walking, and working outdoors in all weather and seasons. Availability at least 3 weekdays per week for a 4+ hour block between 9:00 AM and 6:00
PM Pay & Perks:
$20 to $23 per hour + 100% tips. Paid mileage + cell phone reimbursement. Paid time off after 3 months of employment. Flexible scheduling with additional hours available. Employee pet care discounts + real on-the-job learning. Growth potential in ALL areas of small biz•HR, admin, marketing, training, and beyond.
Pay:
$20.00•$23.00 per hour Expected hours: 10.0•30.0 per week
Benefits:
Cell phone reimbursement Employee discount Flexible schedule Mileage reimbursement On-the-job training Paid time off Paid training Referral program
