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Walk With Me Ottawa is an established and growing dog walking, training and boarding company servicing Ottawa.
We are currently seeking qualified team members for our Pack Leader position(s) in Alta Vista and Barrhaven.
To learn more about what we do, please visit www.walkwithmeottawa.com or visit us on Instagram.
**PLEASE NOTE: HAVING A PERSONAL SUV/HATCHBACK VEHICLE WITH WORKING AC IS MANDATORY.**
This is not a summer/seasonal position.
Responsibilities:
- Arrange and undertake client meetings and consultations
- Provide group off leash adventure walks for an established pack of dogs or build up a clientele from our new client inquiries at our private fenced in acreage in Dunrobin (<10 mins from Kanata Tech area)
- Additional income potential in providing private walks, puppy visits and boarding
- Communicate with clients and WWMO team members often via text/social media/email
- Potential for growth within company into Trainer Apprentice program
Qualifications:
- Reliable vehicle required - SUV or hatchback (valid drivers' license implied), must be okay with the car getting dirty from having dogs in it
- Smart phone with camera and data plan (you will be asked to create a WWMO Instagram account so clients can see their dogs on walks)
- Monday to Friday 9am-3pm availability - this is a full-time long term position with "part time hours" that allows you to have supplemental income elsewhere after walking hours. Fewer than 5 days a week may be considered but full availability preferred
- Must be great with people - personable, enthusiastic, have excellent verbal and written communication skills and good customer service skills
- Must be physically able to lift ~50lbs and be able to walk on uneven terrain in all seasons
- The ideal candidate loves nature and being outdoors all types of weather - you will be walking dogs rain, shine, or snow!
- Must be reliable and a self-starter - able to work independently as well as part of a team
- Must be able to remain calm in stressful situations and have an abundance of patience and empathy when dealing with both dog and human clients - as well as other team members
What we provide to chosen candidates:
- In-person training and shadowing from experienced team members
- Support from company administrative assistant in building clientele
- Systems in place for client management, invoicing, etc.
- Opportunities for more income/revenue streams
- Possibility to bring your dog to work
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A few notes:
- This position is not an employment position. You will be an independent contractor which means you are responsible for your expenses and do not receive EI, CPP or vacation pay. You are paid a commission flat rate per dog you walk. The more you work, the more you get paid. There is possibility for growth within the company to become a dog trainer if desired.
- This is not a summer/seasonal position.
- You will be required to obtain an HST number at a certain level of income
- You will be required to obtained Pet First Aid certification as well as provide a clean, current Criminal Record Check upon hiring
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Please read through our website and check out our social media accounts if you have any questions about what we do, or send an email to with questions.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $30,000-$55,000 per year (range based on length of time with company and experience
www.walkwithmeottawa.com
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Salary: $30,000.00-$55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Flexible schedule
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $30,000.00-$55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Flexible schedule
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Commute:
- Dunrobin, ON K0A 1T0 (required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Dunrobin, ON K0A 1T0: Relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
