Purr Inc. is currently hiring an exceptional Cat Sitter to join our team!
We are an in-home, pet sitting service exclusively for cats. Our goal is to make our clients' time away from home much easier by providing an alternative to the added stresses of boarding. We believe that cats do better within the comfort of their own home and that is why our service is designed to bring the pet care experience directly to the client.
PET SITTERS RESPONSIBILITIES:
- This is a part-time position (sitter needs to be available from 9:30 am - 3:30 pm on Monday through Friday including major U.S. holidays) in the Near North Side of Chicago. The approximate work weekend consists of between 22-30 hours.
- Our sitters visit with client's pet(s) at their home for varying lengths of time (usually 15-30 minutes each) and provide fresh food, water, litter cleaning and play time. Transportation is provided via Uber/Lyft credits.
- Communicate with management during the work shift and submit a pet progress report to each client visited that includes quality pet photos
- Appropriate pet clean-up as required (i.e. litter scooping when sitting for a cat and cleaning up any pet accidents)
PET SITTERS REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be willing to work in inclement weather (rain, snow or shine).
- Must be very detail oriented and follow directions well
- Type the words "cat sitter" in the message text field on the application page
- Must be responsible, reliable, detailed, timely and punctual. We are seeking fast-learners that are adaptable to changing environments.
- Must be able to self-manage
- Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Must be compassionate and patient with animals (especially cats)
- Must be friendly and patient communicating with building personnel like management offices and doormen
- Must be fluent with smartphones (applications, cameras, and Google Maps). Experience using ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft a plus
- Criminal and employment background check required
BENEFITS
- We offer an hourly salary starting at $12.50 per hour and paid vacation/sick leave