Dog Hiker / Adventure Guide — Hike Doggie Denver East Love dogs? Love hiking? Want a job where your office is a Colorado trail? Hike Doggie Denver East is looking for dependable, energetic, dog-loving team members to join our hiking crew in Aurora. We're a premium dog adventure service that picks up dogs from their homes, takes them on real Colorado trail hikes, and brings them home happy, exercised, and ready for a nap. This is not a dog-walking-around-the-neighborhood job. Our hikers spend their days outdoors, handling dogs, driving our Hike Doggie vans, and hiking Front Range trails in all kinds of Colorado weather. What You'll Do Safely pick up and transport dogs in a large Hike Doggie van Hike with up to four dogs at a time, all on leash Spend approximately two hours on the trail during each excursion Safely manage dogs with different personalities, sizes, and energy levels Take photos and videos of the dogs during their adventures Provide water, basic cleanup, and lots of attention to our dog hikers Communicate professionally with teammates and clients Help keep our vans, equipment, and dog kennels clean and organized We're Looking for Someone Who... Truly loves dogs and enjoys making them happy Loves hiking and being outdoors year-round Is dependable, punctual, responsible, and safety-conscious Is comfortable hiking while managing multiple dogs on leash Can work outdoors in heat, cold, snow, mud, and changing Colorado weather Can safely lift up to 60 pounds when needed Is comfortable driving a large extended van for several hours during the workday Has an excellent driving record Works well independently while also being part of a team Can confidently handle the physical demands of an active job Because a significant part of the day is spent driving our dogs between their homes and the trails, our insurance requires hikers to be at least 21 years old and have an excellent driving record. A motor vehicle record and background check are completed before hiring. Location Our day typically begins and ends in the Aurora area , and much of our service territory is in Aurora and surrounding southeast Denver communities. Because of our early start times and the driving involved, this position is best suited for someone who lives reasonably close to Aurora. Schedule Full-Time or Part-Time Typical work availability is needed Monday through Saturday between approximately 6:00 AM and 4:00 PM.

Expected hours:

24-40 hours per week , depending on schedule and business needs. What We Offer A job working with dogs every day Colorado trail hiking as part of your workday Casual work environment Supportive, fun team Paid training On-the-job training Flexible scheduling where possible Tips Referral program Snacks provided Preferred Experience Dog handling experience: 2+ years preferred Hiking/outdoor experience Experience driving larger vehicles is helpful Valid driver's license required.

When You Apply, Please Tell Us:

What experience do you have working with or handling dogs? What hiking or outdoor experience do you have? How familiar are you with Aurora, Denver-area neighborhoods, and Front Range trails? Are you comfortable safely driving a large extended van for several hours during the workday? Are you at least 21 years old with a good driving record? What city or neighborhood do you live in? What is your availability Monday through Saturday? What date could you start? Why do you think you'd be a great fit for Hike Doggie? Come help us make dogs as happy as they make us.

Pay:

$17.00 - $20.00 per hour Expected hours: 24.0 - 40.0 per week

Benefits:

On-the-job training Paid training

Work Location:

In person