Dog Walker / Pet Sitter

Since 1997, 4 Legged Kids has been the #1 dog-walking and pet-sitting company in St.

Louis.

We are NOW HIRING!

Schedule:

• Flexible scheduling available that varies with options of early morning, midday, evening, and weekends.
• Ideal candidates are freelance professionals, college students, stay-at-home parents, teachers, and retired professionals.
• This role is designed to be part-time, and many of our employees have other professional or educational commitments.

Location:

• This position is centered in services in Chesterfield and Creve Coeur zip codes and surrounding areas (63005, 63017, 63141, 63146) We are also hiring in other areas for additional pet-sitting and dog-walking roles.
• We service St.
• Louis, St.
• Louis County, and St.
• Charles County.

Compensation and Benefits:

• $15 - $20 / hour (based on previous staff wages) $500 - $1500 / month (earnings based on staff member availability, performance, and client demand) Company 401K. 100% Client Gratuity.
• Bonuses are based on performance.
• Promotional opportunities for motivated and dedicated staff.
• Cash compensation for mileage.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Pet Care Experience - personal, professional, or volunteer experience.
• Must have the ability to work with a variety of dog breeds and sizes.
• Must have recent experience in a demanding, detail-oriented position. High-level timeliness and accountability.
• An eye for detail and a passion for completion.
• Ability to work independently with minimal to no supervision.
• Ability to safely lift 50 pounds and walk briskly for 30 minutes at a time.
• Have your own functional and reliable transportation.
• Have a modern smartphone capable of running modern iOS or Android software Preferred candidates will have experience practicing safety procedures in the workplace.
• All candidates must have patience and empathy for all animals.

We are a fear-free/force-free business. Responsible for the following:

• Providing care to animals (mainly dogs and cats), including walking, feeding, waste removal, medications, and other tasks as needed.
• Communicate with staff, clients, and management via voice, messaging, and email. Participates as a team member in company training, education, events, and programs.
• Local marketing efforts in the service area of 4 Legged Kids.
• What is 4-Legged Kids?
• We care for other people’s pets while they work or travel.
• Our clients trust us and we treat their fur family like our own!
• We are the largest pet sitting/ dog walking company in the STL area with a diverse team of over 30 pet lovers providing over 2500 visits a month for hundreds of clients from St.
• Louis city out to St.
• Charles County.
• We provide an excellent opportunity for flexible and rewarding work.
• What else do I need to know about joining the 4-Legged Kids Team?
• We are looking for pet lovers who understand and accept the responsibilities we will place on them- our clients depend on us!
• We do not just play with cute kitties and puppies.
• We walk dogs when it's 90 degrees or below freezing out.
• You may have to carry a dog up and down stairs, lift food bags or search under every couch and bed for a cat.
• We clean up after them, feed them, administer medication, and go above and beyond for our clients.
• This business is variable and schedules will vary from day to day.
• We realize working under these flexible and changing conditions can be difficult for some people.
• This is the nature of our industry and your dependability in this area is crucial.
• If you enjoy change and variety in the workplace then this will be perfect for you!
• I can handle that!
• What else do I need to know?
• You will receive ongoing education and training on various aspects of pet care and behavior..
• You will be trained to handle unexpected situations in pet care and admin support is a phone call away.
• We are looking for mature, responsible people who are reliable, patient, and capable of independent action.
• We invest time and money into training our employees and require a minimum 6-month commitment… we would rather have you for years!
• We are #1 in the St.
• Louis area and look forward to finding out more about you!
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