Part Time Dog Walker and Pet Sitter

Bark and Mew Crew is a thriving full service Dog Walking, Pet Care provider working exclusively in Oakville and Burlington.

We are looking to add to our team because of the surge in requests as Ontario has reopened and everyone is heading back to the office or school.

**** You must live in Oakville or Burlington to be considered ****

This Independent Contractor position is ideally suited to a recent retiree or mature person who loves dogs, wants fresh air & exercise every day and is willing to work through all weather conditions.

You must be available Monday to Friday from approximately 8 am - 12 noon- PARTICULARLY ON TUESDAY / WEDNESDAY & THURSDAYS as that is the prime walking time frame. Weekend and Holiday walks are available and surcharges to clients are applicable and passed along to walkers.

If you are able to board dogs in your home this is a bonus and compensation is generously paid.

Must be comfortable walking dogs off leash in a group setting as well as one on one on lead. Number of walks varies per day, - group in the morning and either private or group in the afternoon. Our average work day is between 4 -6 hours.

When you walk with us our requirements are:

* Current Police Background check

* Full G Ontario Drivers License

* Full access to your own vehicle - this will get dirty - dogs do dog things in a vehicle

* Casual Business Insurance on your vehicle - a rider similar to that of being a Uber or Skip the Dishes Driver

* Cell (Smart) phone with a data plan and to be carried at all times

* 100% reliability

What you can expect from us:

* Full training - including Professional Certification and Continuing Education courses

* Initial supplies to get you fully started

* The highest paying compensation in the area

* Before/After hour as well as Weekend and Holiday Day Pay above regular compensation if walks are available

* A great friendly team - you are not on your own and have a full team to back you

Please provide a personal message with your response, outlining your experience with dogs & your availability.

Job Type: Part-time

Salary: $20.00-$30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Flexible schedule
• On-site parking
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Weekends as needed

Application question(s):

• Access to and Willingness to obtain Casual Business Use Insurance on Vehicle.

Experience:

• Dog or cat care: 1 year (preferred)

Language:

• English (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Full G Ontario License (required)

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2024-03-01