Dog walker
Dog Jogs based in Edmonton, AB is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Dog walker who are self-motivated and have good interpersonal skills. The candidate who got selected will be required to start work as soon as possible. The vacancies refer to Permanent employment or Part time job. The shift timings include Day, Weekend, Flexible Hours and Morning.
Employer Name: Dog Jogs
Position: Dog walker
No. of vacancies: 2
Salary: $15.00 hourly 15 to 30 hours per week
Employment type: Permanent employment, Part time
Location: Edmonton, AB
Also hiring: Receptionist
Hiring: Dog walker
Job Description
- The candidate must prepare food and feed animals.
- The candidate will be expected to clean and disinfect cages, pens, aquariums, kennels, runs, stalls, and enclosures.
- The candidate must keep records of all animals treated.
- The candidate will be expected to observe and document animal behaviour.
Job Requirements
- The candidate should be fluent in English language.
- The candidate must have a certificate of secondary (high) school graduation or equivalent experience.
- Training will be provided to the selected candidate.
- The candidate must have completed a pet first aid course.
- The candidate must be able to handle weight up to 9 kg (20 lbs).
- The candidate should be client focused.
- The candidate should be dependable.
- The candidate should have effective interpersonal skills.
- The candidate must have excellent oral and written communication skills.
- The candidate must be flexible.
- The candidate should have good judgemental skills.
- The candidate should be reliable.
- The candidate should be a good team player.
Work site environment
- The candidate will be required to work long hours in an outdoor environment.
Work setting
- The candidate must work in a residential/client’s home.
Experience and specialization
Animal specialization
- The candidate must be knowledgeable about domestic animals/pets (cats, kittens, puppies, dogs, and so on).
Additional information
Security and safety
- The candidate must be bondable.
- The candidate should be subjected to a thorough criminal background check.
Transportation/travel information
- The candidate must have their own vehicle.
- The candidate must have their own transportation.
- The candidate must have a valid driver’s licence.
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- The candidate should have an eye for details.
- The candidate should be prepared to perform physically demanding tasks as part of their daily work.
- The candidate must be willing to work long hours in bending, crouching, and kneeling positions.
- The candidate should be able to work in fast-paced busy environment.
- The candidate must be willing to walk for long periods of time.
Own tools/equipment
- The candidate must have their own cell phone.
Benefits
- Financial and Other benefits will be provided to the selected candidate.
- Under Financial benefits, the selected candidate will receive a Bonus and Gratuities.
- In addition to the Financial benefits mentioned above, the selected candidate will receive Free parking, Employer-paid learning/training, Team building opportunities and Parking facilities.
How to Apply
If you are interested in applying, apply through the given options.
Online
Note
Please include the following while sending the application
- Cover letter
- Link to web portfolio