Job Description

• Pick up and walk groups of 4-7 dogs off leash in company vehicle.
• Supervise play between dogs and interrupt and redirect as appropriate.
• Pick up after dogs and clean before returning them home.
• Reinforce good manners and basic obedience using only positive training techniques
• Report throughout the workday to business owner/supervisor.
• Contribute to additional client communication as requested.
• Photograph client's dogs and update to social media accounts
• Clean and inspect dogs daily for injury, ticks, foxtails, etc.
• Interact AT ALL TIMES with all other park and beach users, client neighbors, and fellow road warriors in a manner that reflects positively on company and dog walkers in general.
• Must be comfortable driving in San Francisco.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service skills.
• Attention to detail and quality.
• Ability to take direction and work productively on one's own and as part of a team.
• Responsible, reliable, and with a kind, nurturing personality.
• Valid California driver's license with a good driving record.
• Own a smart phone and car charger.
• No vehicle needed, we provide company van.

Big Pluses We train all of our walkers on the job, but it's a great plus if you already have:

• Understanding of dog behavior.
• Experience with dogs in groups.
• Excellent ability to read dog body language.
• Training, walking, dog daycare experience a plus.
• Dog*tec or other dog walking certification.
• Able to make a year commitment.

Additional Information

Currently looking for someone available Monday - Friday, either 8:30 am - 4:00 pm or 9:00 am - 2:30 pm or . If the candidate wants more hours, we often have weekend work too.

Compensation:

The starting salary for this position depends on the depth and breadth of experience.

Dog walker: $18/hour for a two-month training and trial period, then to $19/hour. (Up to $20/hour Depending on Experience).

Regular, full-time positions are eligible for benefits package including: worker's compensation, paid sick time, medical and dental insurance, tax-deferred retirement plan.

We also pay for you to be bonded, insured, and for your GGNRA commercial dog walking permit.

This is an employee position, not an Independent Contractor.

No vehicle necessary, we provide a cargo van to safely transport the dogs.