Dog Walker Jobs

• 7 Days a Week Dog Walker Support Staff Availability
• Work for Chicago's Best Dog Walking Company, 2017 & 2019
• $300 Dog Walker bonus after 90 Days*

We are currently hiring for multiple areas in Chicago: Wicker Park/Logan Square/Bucktown, Old Town/Gold Coast/Lincoln Park, Ravenswood/Lincoln Square, Loop/Streeterville, Lakeview/Lincoln Park

Windy City Paws is Chicago’s top-rated dog walking and petsitting company! In 2017 and 2019, Windy City Paws received the “Best Dog Walkers in Chicago” award from the Chicago Reader. We have been providing individual dog walks, dog runs, cat visits, and petsits in Chicago since 2009. We're currently looking to hire a responsible animal lover to join our professional team! This position is eligible for a bonus after 90 days, see below.

A Windy City Paws dog walker and cat sitter must be committed to providing our customers the highest level of care and, most importantly, have experience with and love being with dogs and cats! This position is ideal for those who are looking for something outside the normal Monday - Friday, 9 AM - 5 PM, and enjoys variety and flexibility.

Dog Walker and Cat Sitter Responsibilities:

• Provide food, water, and medication as instructed by the client. NOTE: WCP provides training for any level of medication requested.
• Prepare the dog(s) per household to go outside with the appropriate gear provided by the client.
• Be willing to commute to Windy City Paws service areas. If you have a car for commuting, that would be a plus!
• Providing consistent care and enriching playtime whether inside with cats or outside on walks with dogs for the full duration of the service time.
• Picking up after pets outside on walks, scooping litter, and cleaning up any accidents in the home.

Qualifications and Skills for this position:

• Fully Available Monday-Friday; 10 am-4 pm
• Must have occasional evening/weekend availability.
• Pass a background check before starting the position.
• Take on a dog walking route in a WCP Service Area.
• Have a smartphone or mobile device with WiFi and/or cellular data capabilities and daily internet access.
• Intend to make this job a long-term commitment (6 or more months).
• Provide Covid-19 Vaccination & Booster Card
• Be at least 21 years old.
• Be comfortable being outside in all sorts of weather.

Compensation:

• Starting pay during evening & weekend hours (M-F 5-8pm & Sat/Sun 8am-8pm): $22.50/hr
• A bonus of $300 after you complete your first 90 days with Windy City Paws, contingent on successful performance to date.*
• Starting pay during regular hours M-F 8 am-5 pm: $15.50/hr - $17/hr depending on relevant professional petcare experience.

Dog Walker & Cat Sitter Benefits and Perks:

• Paid training when you onboard and continued education on dog and cat behavior and handling throughout your tenure with us!
• Our online scheduling system lets you view your daily schedule and instructions/information for each pet.
• Work directly with the WCP's Management Team. If you have a problem or need to give feedback, you're dealing with a small team of great people.
• Work for a company that cares about your safety!
• Enjoy benefits like Paid Time Off and 401k paycheck contributions.
• Enjoy the perks of being an employee!

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $15.50 - $22.50 per hour

Benefits:

• Referral program
• Employee discount
• 401(k)
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Weekend availability
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: On the road