The job in short
Dog walker for multiple clients.
Details
- Found
- 21 d ago · posted 2023-02-06
- Location as listed
- Washington, DC
- Role
- Dog Walker / Pet Care
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
Atlas and Dog Walking D.C. (DWDC) are hiring for a Dog Walker in the Washington D.C. area. The Dog Walker will walk dogs for multiple clients and follow agreed-upon routes and schedules.
Responsibilities for the Dog Walker:
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Enter the clients’ home, harness/leash the dog(s), and begin walk (start time)
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Safely and responsibly walk the dog(s) for specified amount of time (either 30 or 60 minutes)
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Follow the client-provided care instructions, including training preferences
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If needed, ensure that the dog(s) has ample water supply upon the end of the walk and, if required by client, crate the dog(s)
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Practice proper time management to ensure on-time arrivals for all assigned visits
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Communicate with clients and supervisor as needed
Requirements for the Dog Walker:
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Ability to work Monday - Friday from approximately 10:30am - 4pm (weekends and holidays are optional)
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Must have own reliable form of transportation (either car or bicycle)
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Uphold an honest, patient, positive, and professional demeanor when entering clients homes, walking the dog(s), and communicating with clients or staff
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Strong written and verbal communication skills
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Must be comfortable working and interacting with both small and large dogs or cats and continuously show compassion
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Must be able to pass a criminal background check
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Must have a reliable smartphone in order to utilize the Atlas/DWDC app for the dog walks
Compensation for the Dog Walker:
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Calculated on a per-walk/per-dog basis