Logo
Pawsitive Dawg Walking and Pet Sitting, LLC

Dog Walker / Pet Sitter (Waltham / Belmont / Watertown)

Pawsitive Dawg Walking and Pet Sitting, LLC, Waltham, Massachusetts, United States, 02254

Save Job

Dog Walker / Pet Sitter (Waltham / Belmont / Watertown) Join to apply for the

Dog Walker / Pet Sitter (Waltham / Belmont / Watertown)

role at

Pawsitive Dawg Walking and Pet Sitting, LLC .

Base Pay Range $16.00/hr - $22.00/hr

Positions Available

5 hour position working between 11:00am–1:00pm M‑F

10 hour position working between 11:00am–2:00pm M‑F

15 hour position working between 10:00am–2:00pm M‑F

20 hour position working between 10:00am–3:00pm M‑F

What We Offer

A fun job where you get to be outside and exercise

A job where you get to work with animals and their owners on a daily basis

A job where you get to work independently

Paid training

Cell phone stipend

Mileage reimbursement

Paid sick time

Paid time off after 12 months of employment

Simple IRA if you make over $5000 in the year

Great hours with additional hours available

Direct deposit

Full bonding and liability insurance

Established dog walking/pet sitting business since 2012

Compensation

We pay you by the service (commission) + mileage reimbursement + cell phone stipend + 100% tips

If you have 0-1 years experience, the starting weekend pay averages between $16‑22/hour plus reimbursements; pay increases with experience

This is an Employee W2 position and NOT an independent contractor position

Depending on availability and experience, this is a great way to earn supplemental income

You can make extra money by providing pet sitting services and taking extra hours, overnights, or weekend work

This is a part‑time job to start and may become full time; schedule is based on client need

A minimum of 6 months commitment is preferred; temporary/seasonal positions are NOT available

Responsibilities

Bring at least 2 years of hands‑on experience caring for animals

Walk dogs up to 6 miles per day and lift up to 50 pounds as needed

Work in all New England weather conditions; resilient and prepared for extreme weather

Perform pet care duties: feeding, waste management, cleaning, administering medication, handling spills

Use GPS and scheduling app for routes and instructions

Manage schedule independently and cover for teammates when needed

Maintain excellent Verbal and written communication with clients and management

Organize visits, maintain detailed records, and be reliable and self‑motivated

Provide undivided attention and affection during visits, including solo and group walks

Ensure safety and security of animals and client homes, vigilant presence

Dispose of pet waste meticulously and environmentally friendly

Provide daily updates through scheduling app with notes and photos

Requirements

Passion for working with dogs and cats

A smartphone capable of texting, downloading, and using scheduling software

A reliable vehicle with a valid driver's license and insurance

Residency within 15 minutes of Waltham, Belmont, Watertown

Availability for last‑minute visits and occasional evenings or weekends

Four references (3 professional, 1 personal)

Commitment to agreed hours unless prior absence arranged or illness

A clean criminal background and driving record; checks required prior to employment

If you're an animal lover who meets these qualifications and shares our passion for compassionate pet care, we'd love to have you join our Pawsitive team. Apply today, and let's embark on this exciting journey together!

#J-18808-Ljbffr