Pet Care Professional

Love hang’ with the hounds? Cool with the cats? Then this job is Purrr-fect for you.

We are unapologetic animal lovers at Hot Diggity! who don’t mind being coated in pet fur. If that describes you, then we want you on our team!

Be warned, this job isn’t for the faint of heart, we walk dogs in the heat, in the rain, and even in the snow. But the rewards in snuggles, dog kisses and bell rubs are just the frosting on the cake. We pay above minimum wage and reimburse for mileage. You can also earn bonuses, tips, and the unconditional love of dozens of pets.

• Full time and part time positions available. We are open 7days a week, 365 days a year.
• Dog walking, hiking and running
• Pet sit, cat sitting and house sitting – Overnight Pet sitting is included in the client’s home.
• Flexible scheduling
• Paid time off
• Holiday Bonus pay
• In-the-field support with our 24/7 administration team!
• Direct deposit paycheck every 2 weeks

This position is VERY active - walking, running, hiking & almost 100% outside including in snow, pouring rain, and hot, sunny weather. All services happen at the client's home or outside. We are not a boarding or daycare facility.

YOU MUST HAVE A CAR- unless you can fly. – Seriously, this position requires you have your own vehicle with insurance. Bikes and Buses don’t cut it. You will also need your own smart phone.

Job Requirements & Qualifications (all the boring stuff):

*Please note: Qualified applicants must be 21 years old and be able to commit to a minimum of 12 months for pet walking/sitting services. A background check is required to secure employment.
Requirements & Qualifications
High school degree and at least 21 years of age.

US citizens or legally authorized to work in the US for at least the next 12 months

Local full-time resident of Portland. You MUST live in or very close the area you are to be servicing. No exceptions.

Available for up to 5-6 hours per day, including early mornings, evenings and weekends with variable hours. Evening and weekend availability is ideal.

Experience as a professional pet sitter/dog walker is ideal, or at a minimum, long term personal experience. Most importantly you need to feel comfortable with dogs of all temperaments and sizes.

Absolutely love pets! Dogs, cats, reptiles, birds, you name it!

Physically fit - walking/ running dogs, getting on the floor to play with kitties, scooping litter, picking up animals, etc. Able to physically lift 50 lbs. and walk for 8 up to hours a day.

Have a reliable, gas efficient vehicle and valid license & proof of insurance and are comfortable driving in all weather conditions. Mileage and drive-time between services is reimbursed.

Mature, professional, extremely dependable.

Have a reliable smart phone with (ideally) unlimited data.

Enjoy being outside (in every type of weather: heat, snow, ice, dark etc.).

Excellent professional customer service and communication skills, written and verbal.

Must be organized, and work well independently.

Applicants need to be able to handle and understand pet behaviors of all sizes and all temperaments including high energy dogs and cats while remaining calm under pressure, using positive reinforcements, gentle, encouraging corrections with animals.

MUST be available to work during the holidays: Christmas Day, Christmas Eve, Thanksgiving, New Year’s Day, New Year’s Eve, Labor Day, Memorial Day, and Independence Day are all REQUIRED.

Be neat and clean in appearance and work areas – cleaning is a requirement.

Able to adhere to a strict confidentiality agreement.

Our hiring process:

• Initial interview (in person or video conference)
• Working interview (about 2 - 4 hours)
• Potential offer of employment
• Passing a background check/reference checks

Read out more about Hot Diggity! and the services we provide, our story, etc. at: hotdiggitypetsitting.com. If this sounds like a good fit and you're excited about joining the team, please apply with your cover letter and resume.

We look forward to hearing from you!