Morning Dog Walker & Pet Sitter

Charleston Dog Walker•Charleston, SC

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Charleston Dog Walker is hiring part-time dog walkers and pet sitters for morning visits in its service area. The role involves providing pets with walks, potty breaks, food, fresh water, medications as instructed, and cat care including litter cleanup. Workers observe pets and their surroundings, follow client instructions, and contact a manager with questions rather than guessing. Visits are completed independently, with management support available. At the end of each visit, workers ensure pets are comfortable, secure the home, and send clients a brief update and photos. The company provides training, including online Pet Emergency Care certification, and schedules assignments within each worker’s stated availability. Candidates must be consistently available from 7–9 a.m. on at least three weekdays and currently live in James Island, Downtown Charleston, Johns Island, Folly Beach, or Avondale. Work requires driving between homes and may involve assignments throughout the service area. The company seeks people interested in ongoing work for at least six months, preferably longer. Pay is $11 per 30-minute visit, plus tips and mileage reimbursement between visits. Morning schedules generally include one to three visits on assigned workdays. This is part-time W-2 employment, with payroll twice monthly.

Requirements

Consistent availability from 7–9 a.m. on at least three weekdays.
Currently live in James Island, Downtown Charleston, Johns Island, Folly Beach, or Avondale; address eligibility is confirmed during hiring.
Interest in ongoing work for at least six months.
Reliable vehicle, driver’s license, insurance, and phone.
Pass a background check before onboarding.

Nice To Haves

Availability Monday–Friday is preferred.
Additional midday, evening, or weekend availability is a bonus.
Interest in staying longer than six months and becoming a familiar, trusted person in pets’ lives.

Responsibilities

Provide dog walks and potty breaks.
Feed pets and provide fresh water.
Administer medications as instructed.
Provide cat care, including litter cleanup.
Observe pets and their surroundings, and raise questions or concerns with a manager instead of guessing.
Ensure pets are comfortable and secure the home at the end of each visit.
Send clients a brief update and photos after visits.
Drive between client homes for assignments.