Requirements:
- Must have vehicle that can accommodate a minimum of 7 dogs (van, SUV, or large hatchback).
- Ability to effectively handle dogs of various sizes and temperaments (no aggressive dogs). Dogs will be off-leash.
- Excellent customer service skills to interact with dog owners in a professional and friendly manner.
- Must be available Monday - Thursday from 8am-3:30pm + Friday from 8am-11:30am.
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Responsibilities:
- MORNING: Pick up 6-8 dogs on the way to a private dog park. Walk dogs off-leash for 60 minutes, then return dogs back home (clean). Keep dog park in the same condition it was when you arrived.
- AFTERNOON: Pick up 4-6 dogs, head to dog park to walk dogs through trails off-leash for 75 minutes, then return dogs home (clean).
- Weekly communication with dog owners about their dog's outings. Also, provide Waggy Walks Ottawa with video highlights of the dogs outings at the end of the week.
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- This is an independent contractor position
- Optional additional opportunities (dog sitting, boarding)
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Pay rate:
Paid per dog. Rate is negotiable.
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The independent contractor may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organisation.
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Pay: $36,000.00-$55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Flexible schedule
Application question(s):
- Are you comfortable outdoors in all weather conditions including the cold, rain, snow, and sun?
- Please tell us about your experience with dogs.
- Do you have access to a reliable van, SUV, or large hatchback that can accommodate a minimum of 7 dogs?
- Are you available Mon-Thurs 8am-3pm and Fri 8am-11:30am?
- Are you willing and able to commute around the Ottawa area to pick up dogs, take them to their designated parks, and back home?
Work Location: On the road
