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.
Part-Time Pet Sitter - Early Mornings, 6:00-10:00 A.M. (On Call) All Paws Pet Care Services, LLC - 1.0 Raleigh, NC Job Details Part-time $16 - $18 an hour 3 hours ago Benefits Paid training Mileage reimbursement On-the-job training Employee discount Flexible schedule Referral program Qualifications English High school diploma or GED Dog handling Ability to follow instructions Mobile devices Full Job Description Position Overview We are seeking a caring, dependable, and responsible Pet Care Specialist to provide early-morning care for pets in clients' homes. This is an on-call, as-needed position , not a regularly scheduled position. Assignments are generally scheduled between 6:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. based on client demand. The number of visits and hours available will vary from week to week, and no minimum number of hours is guaranteed. Applicants must have reliable early-morning availability and dependable transportation . This position is ideal for an early riser seeking flexible, supplemental work before school, another job, or other daytime commitments. No professional pet-care experience is required. We provide paid training. The right candidate will have a genuine love for animals , excellent communication skills, and a strong sense of personal responsibility. Key Responsibilities Provide attentive and compassionate care for dogs, cats, and other small animals in clients' homes Complete assigned visits between 6:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. Walk dogs and provide appropriate exercise, playtime, and companionship Feed pets and ensure they have fresh water Administer basic medications when needed; training will be provided Follow each client's detailed pet-care, home-access, and security instructions Monitor pets' behavior, health, and overall well-being Promptly report any concerns, changes, or unusual behavior Send clients timely updates, photographs, and detailed visit notes Clean litter boxes, feeding areas, pet messes, and other areas used during care Treat clients' homes, property, privacy, and personal information with respect Respond reliably and promptly to scheduling and team communications Work independently while maintaining All Paws Pet Care Services' professional standards Schedule and Compensation Part-time, on-call/as-needed position $16.00-$18.00 per hour Assignments are generally scheduled between 6:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. The number of weekly visits and hours will depend on client demand Weekly hours and assignments will vary No minimum number of hours or assignments is guaranteed Immediate availability is strongly preferred Weekend and holiday availability may provide opportunities for additional assignments Qualifications Must be at least 18 years old Must genuinely love animals and be comfortable caring for different types, sizes, and breeds of pets Must be dependable, punctual, attentive, trustworthy, and comfortable working independently Must have reliable transportation and be able to travel between client homes Must have a smartphone with reliable service for scheduling, team communication, and client updates Must be able to follow detailed written and verbal instructions Must communicate clearly and professionally in English Must be able to begin assigned visits as early as 6:00 a.m. Must be able to commute reliably throughout our Raleigh-area service territory High school diploma or equivalent required Previous pet-care experience is helpful but not required Benefits and Perks Flexible, as-needed scheduling Paid training and on-the-job support Mileage reimbursement Employee discount Employee referral program Opportunities for additional responsibilities and professional growth A supportive, pet-loving team environment The opportunity to spend time with animals while making a meaningful difference for pets and their families If you are dependable, comfortable working independently, and consistently available for early-morning pet care, we would love to hear from you.
Pay:
$16.00 - $18.00 per hour Expected hours: 5.0 - 15.0 per week
Benefits:
Employee discount Flexible schedule On-the-job training Paid training Referral program