PACK LEADERS ATL is Hiring an Overnight Pet Sitter

 
 

Full job description

We are looking for pet lovers with experience working with pets in a casual or professional setting. Someone who is looking for additional income, enjoys a flexible and adventurous lifestyle, and someone who wants to spend more time doing work they are passionate about.

We are specifically looking for someone who has the availability for some of the following date ranges caring for pets in our clients’ homes:

Various nights and weekends throughout the year, and some major holidays.

November 26th, 2024-November 29th, 2024

December 23rd, 2024-December 27th, 2024

December 30th, 2024- January 2nd, 2025

You may also do initial client meet and greets, and if you’re available for them, there would be an opportunity to provide visits and dog walks.

Pack Leaders ATL is Atlanta's premiere luxury pet concierge team. We provide dependable and reliable dog walking, cat care, and pet sitting services. Our team members are all background checked and trained to provide only exceptional care for every pet. We are compassionate and dedicated, and are looking for like minded individuals. We go to our clients home’s for all of their pet care needs including visits and/or overnights while they are out of town or out for a long day. We take care of dogs, cats, and sometimes other types of small animals. We’re growing and looking for more good people to join our team and support our wonderful clients in-town Atlanta. This includes Midtown, West Midtown, Morningside, Inman Park, Old Fourth Ward, Peachtree Hills, Edgewood, Kirkwood, and more!

What the job entails:

  • Overnight stays in the client’s home ranging from 1 night to 2 weeks 

  • Providing visits and walks as your schedule allows

  • Driving to and from client homes

  • Meet and greets with clients, or shadowing other pet sitters to meet the pets

  • Walking dogs on leash (and off at yours and the client’s comfort level), on pavement, hills, parks and busy streets

  • Cleaning of pets after walk if they become dirty

  • Playing/interacting with pets to keep them engaged

  • Feeding pets, refreshing water, and administering medications as needed

  • Cleaning of litter boxes

  • Picking up and disposing of pet waste, and cleaning up any other messes as needed.

  • Plant care in addition to pet care for overnights

  • Mail/paper pickup

  • Clean up after self and pet(s) when in client’s home, including wash and put clean sheets back on the bed prior to end of overnight

  • Following specific care instructions provided by pet owner

  • Confidentiality and respect of clients’ personal homes and safety- no unapproved by client additional visitors

  • Sending detailed updates with photos to clients via our mobile app

  • Communicating with the Pack Leaders Staff

Required Skills/Abilities:

  • Pet/animal lover

  • Experience working with pets in a casual or professional setting

  • Friendly and clear verbal and written communication

  • Ability to build relationships with clients and pets to ensure mutual satisfaction

  • Monitoring pet behavior and health, reporting any concerns to the pet owner promptly.

  • Engage in playtime and exercise activities to keep pets active and happy.

  • Maintain accurate records of pet care routines and any special instructions from pet owners.

  • Outstanding interpersonal and customer service skills

  • Flexible scheduling including evening, weekend, and holiday availability (holiday compensation provided)

  • Ability to work independently, efficiently, and with consistency

  • Ability to problem solve in a variety of pet care, transportation, and home related situations

  • Reliable transportation (your own vehicle)

  • Must have a smartphone for scheduling and communication with clients

  • Must be willing and able to learn and use the Slack and Time to Pet apps

Education and Experience:

  • High school diploma or equivalent

  • At least two years of pet care experience is preferred.

  • Previous pet care experience (pet sitting, dog walking, vet tech, training, doggy daycare, and/or kennel tech, etc)

  • Comfortable with all breeds of dogs. Experience with a wide range of animal temperaments is desired.

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to walk and control up to a max of 4 dogs at a time

  • Ability to lift up to 30-40lbs at times

  • Ability to perform pet care services in inclement weather (rain, snow, fog, etc)

Job Types: Part-time, Temporary, Seasonal

Pay: $300.00 - $1,500.00 per month

Benefits:

  • 401K retirement matching (optional)

  • Mileage Reimbursement (in between services)

  • Employee discount

  • Flexible schedule

  • Referral program

Compensation Package:

  • Commission per service

  • 100% Tips

  • Opportunity for Bonuses

Schedule:

  • 10-12 hour shift

  • Night shift

  • Overnight shift

  • Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

TO APPLY

If you meet the above criteria and have an interest in joining our team, send your resume and a cover letter to the email address below and completing your Pet cOncierge Application

SEND RESUME and optional COVER LETTER to info@packleadersatl.com

Email Subject Line: Pet Concierge Application