Dog Walker + Cat Sitter

Dog Walker + Cat Sitter Creature Comforts of Columbia Columbia, MO Job Details Part-time $14 - $20 an hour 12 hours ago Benefits Paid training Mileage reimbursement Paid time off Flexible schedule Referral program Qualifications Pet care Companion animal handling Customer service Driver's License Driving Dog handling Animal handling Animal care Dog walking Dog training Full Job Description Established in 2013, Creature Comforts of Columbia is a local and well-loved in home pet care company, meeting the needs of a wide variety of pets and clients. We are a rapidly growing company serving Central to Southwest Columbia. Our primary services are dog walking, adventure hikes and cat vacation care. You can check out our website at www.comopets.com We are seeking professionals that not only love animals but understand the responsibilities and skills involved when caring for them. Applicants will provide daytime dog walking while our clients are at work AND also cat care in our client's home when they travel. The work schedule varies depending on the client's needs and service provided. Our hours are 9-5 daily with some opportunities for after hours care. Dog walking hours are generally M-F 9a-5p and may require 5-7 miles of walking per day. Creature Comforts of Columbia is looking to expand their SW Columbia's team of pet sitters / dog walkers . We are looking for individuals with a positive attitude, good time management skills and a high level of integrity. Previous work with animals in a veterinary, boarding or doggy daycare setting would be a plus. This job entails driving your personal vehicle from client to client. Having a reliable, insured vehicle with the ability to transport animals is required. Employees generally average 100 miles per 20 hours worked. If you are taking night classes, are a retiree, or have flexible hours with another job, dog walking may be a perfect fit for you. •If you are a student that goes home, out of town, over breaks and holidays, this is not a good fit for you.

MUST BE OVER 21 YEARS OF AGE & LIVE IN COLUMBIA

(within our service area is a plus). All of our staff are employees (W-2), not independent contractors (10-99) Pay starts at $14/hour plus tips and mileage reimbursement. Staff generally average $3+/hour over their base pay with tips and mileage reimbursements. Cover letter preferred. TO BE CONSIDERED- Send us your resume with a cover letter, and include any and all experience you have had with animals; please be detailed. Should your resume be selected, we will send you a link to our application. If your application is chosen, a phone or virtual interview will be set-up, followed by an in-person interview.

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$14.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible schedule Mileage reimbursement Paid time off Paid training Referral program

Work Location:

In person