Part-Time Pet Sitters & Dog Walkers — Elk Grove, CA
About The Position
Karla’s Pet Care, LLC is hiring part-time pet sitters and dog walkers to provide in-home pet care throughout Elk Grove, California. Professional pet care experience is not required; the company provides paid, hands-on training. Employees travel between clients’ homes and provide attentive care according to each pet’s routine, working independently while receiving support from an experienced team. Scheduling is based on availability and client needs. Applicants must be available for at least one of the listed blocks: morning visits from 7:00–10:00 a.m., midday dog walks from 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m., or afternoon and evening visits from 4:00–9:00 p.m. Some weekend and holiday availability is required. The role pays $16.90–$17.40 per hour and includes mileage reimbursement between visits and other listed benefits.
Requirements
- Live within the city of Elk Grove.
- Have a reliable, properly insured personal vehicle available for every scheduled shift.
- Be at least 18 years old.
- Have a valid driver’s license and maintain at least California’s required automobile insurance.
- Be available for at least one of the listed time blocks.
- Be willing to work some weekends and holidays.
- Be comfortable driving between clients’ homes and working independently.
- Be comfortable using a personal smartphone with the company’s apps for scheduling, GPS, mileage tracking, ChatGPT, and visit updates.
- Be willing and able to pass a background check.
- Have strong communication skills, careful attention to instructions, and willingness to learn care and safety procedures.
- Treat pets with patience and kindness and respect clients’ homes.
Nice To Haves
- Enjoy caring for dogs, cats, pocket pets, birds, and reptiles of different ages, sizes, and personalities.
- Professional pet care experience is not required; paid, hands-on training is provided.
Responsibilities
- Walk dogs and provide exercise, playtime, and enrichment.
- Feed pets, refresh their water, and administer medications according to care instructions and training.
- Scoop litter boxes and clean up pet-related messes.
- Help pets feel comfortable while their families are away.
- Follow home-access instructions and secure homes before leaving.
- Take photos and send clear visit updates through the company app.
- Travel between clients’ homes throughout Elk Grove.
- Notice details, follow instructions, and provide reliable care at every visit.
Benefits
- Paid, hands-on training
- Mileage reimbursement between visits
- Aflac supplemental insurance benefits
- 401(k) retirement savings plan through Paychex for eligible employees
- Opportunities for growth and additional responsibilities
- Supportive managers and experienced teammates
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
