Dog walker job description

Grow as We Grow and Take Your Career to New Heights!

Do you have a knack for providing top-level customer service? Do you go the extra mile to ensure satisfaction for clients and guests? If so, this just might be the right opportunity for you!

We are hiring for a Dog Walker (Home Valet) who will be responsible for providing exemplary and timely customer service to community staff, pets, and residents of our client communities. Amenity services including pet visits & occasional on-site package delivery.

Location: Frisco, TX

Pay: $14.00 per Hour

Schedule: This position will cover day shift Monday to Friday 9am -3pm (Up 25-30 hours per week)

Pet Walking Duties

• Deliver memorable interactions with all residents and community staff by being friendly, answering questions, and being helpful as you develop a strong rapport with each client
• Handle dogs of varying sizes and breeds while delivering an exceptional dog walking experience with plenty of love and attention
• Walk dogs on a leash, outdoors, and in all weather conditions for 15 minutes to 2 hours at a time
• Ensure security of resident homes and property when picking up and dropping off pets or other items
• Allow dogs to relieve themselves during the walk and then remove and discard pet waste
• Communicate to dog owners with a status update and photo of the pet after each walk
• Record which dog was walked, the duration of the walk, and anything abnormal observed during the walk
• Ensure safety of the dog resident and those around them (human and dogs) when being exercised and socialized
• Adhere to the proper safety protocols and procedures
• Understand special requests and conditions of the resident's pet(s)
• Other duties may include light administrative work & Onsite package delivery service.

You are a good fit if you have the following skills:

• Must have a commitment to service excellence with a friendly and positive attitude
• Enjoys working outside and being physically active
• Must love dogs with an understanding and willingness to learn about animal care
• Comfortable with dogs of all shapes, sizes and temperaments
• Excellent ability to read dog body language and behaviors
• Able to keep up with the physical demands of being on your feet and walking for much of the day
• Must be able to lift at least 25 pounds
• Able to cope with inclement weather (rain, snow, cold, or heat wave - we walk through it all)
• Attention to detail and quality
• Ability to take direction, be reliable, work productively on one's own and adhere to a schedule
• Own an iPhone with IOS 9 or newer or Android 6 or newer
• Comfortable with downloading and using mobile apps
• Desire to be part of a fun and growing company
• Must have reliable transportation to commute between properties and a valid driver's license, good driving record, with proof of vehicle insurance

Experience Requirements:

• Familiar with basic dog training commands or complete on job training
• Experience working in a veterinary hospital, pet grooming, pet ownership or pet boarding business is a plus

We provide the following benefits to our part-time associates:

• Tuition reimbursement
• Referral bonus program
• Associate discount programs
• Associate and family assistance program
• Rewards and recognition program

Are you a current Valet Living employee? If so, click here to apply.

Valet Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.