Dog Walker

We are an expanding small local business offering dog training, walking and boarding services in Oakland, Alameda, and Berkeley.

We're a diverse team with a passion for animal care and welfare! (https://www.caninecomprehensive.com/team) We were voted Best Dog Walker in 2017 by Oakland Magazine and were amongst the top businesses to work for in 2018 by Localwise! We work with local rescue organizations, offer competitive pay, and are looking for team members that are interested in commitment and growing with us.

This position involves working outdoors in and around the greater Oakland/Berkeley area. We are searching for people with a fun-loving spirit and a love of the outdoors to commit to our team. This is an amazing opportunity to learn from skilled dog trainers up close and personal and learn more about the ins and outs of dog walking/care.

About Our Dog Walking:

• Pack walks are on-leash neighborhood walks. We emphasize dogs heeling and listening to commands, many of the dogs are active training clients as well.
• We only walk Mondays through Fridays---no weekends or late nights!
• You will walk 3-6 dogs per walk During the walk you will pose the dogs for a fun pic that gets texted to the clients. Check out some of our work on Instagram! (@canine_comprehensive)
• We reimburse mileage!

About You:

• You have a reliable vehicle that can hold up to six dogs (hatchbacks, SUVs, or truck w/ shell). If you're not sure if your car is suitable, please reach out!
• You enjoy working outside and have a flexible schedule (dog walking typically occurs between 9am and 3:30pm M-F). Perfect for students, freelancers, and flexible work from home folks!
• You are available to work at least 4 days per week and are looking for a part-time job. The position we are currently hiring for will work Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays to start.
• You love dogs!
• You can commit for a minimum of 1 year.
• You love being outdoors.
• You enjoy working solo, yet have a knack for customer service.
• You are reliable and punctual.

Perks:

• We have extensive and ongoing training, including advanced dog training techniques!
• Build personal relationships with your clients and their dogs.
• Paid training
• Paid mileage (included in hourly rate)
• Holiday Bonuses, Team parties, wholesale pricing on dog training equipment, and a discount program at Pet Food Express
• Special opportunities for dog training with our master trainer/owner!
• Bring your dog to work!

Please send along your resume and either a cover letter or short paragraph about why you would be a good fit for our team to be considered! We look forward to hearing from you!

We are actively responding to applicants. Please check your spam folder to prevent a missed interview request!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $19.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay
• Tips

Application Question(s):

• What make/model of car would you use for this position?
• Do you live in the Oakland/Alameda/Berkeley area?
• Will you be able to reliably commute to the Oakland, Berkeley, Alameda, or surrounding areas for this job?

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person