About This Role
This midday role offers weekday dog walks and potty breaks for clients' pets while their owners are at work. It is ideal for stay-at-home parents, college students with daytime availability, part-time workers, or retirees seeking active and rewarding work.
Responsibilities
- Visit clients' homes between 10:00 AM and 3:00 PM
- Provide 30–60 minute walks, potty breaks, fresh water, and affection
- Follow each dog’s specific routine and any special instructions
- Send brief updates and photos to pet parents after each visit
- Communicate any concerns or unusual behavior to the Tailchasers office
- Walk, feed, water, and keep dogs safe and secure
Requirements
- Live in or very near Palatine or Arlington Heights
- Available Monday–Friday from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
- Have a reliable car, valid driver’s license, and auto insurance
- Comfortable with dogs of all sizes and breeds
- Responsible, punctual, and detail-oriented
- Can work independently and communicate clearly via smartphone
- Pass a background check
- US citizen or legally authorized to work in the US
- Over 21 years of age
- Local full-time resident of our service area
- Comfortable walking outdoors in various weather conditions
- Able to lift 50 lbs without assistance
- Able to commit to this position for 12 months from date of hire
- Possess your own reliable transportation
- Ability to communicate via smartphone using the company app
Nice to have:
- Previous experience as a dog walker, pet sitter, vet tech, or in other animal care roles
- Personal experience caring for your own pets
Benefits
- A consistent weekday midday schedule
- Training and ongoing support from a friendly, professional team
- A job that keeps you active, outdoors, and away from a desk
- The chance to build lasting relationships with regular dogs and their families
- Animal behavior training
- Pet first aid certification
- Liability insurance, bonding, and workman's compensation
- Employee incentives
- Discounts on pet care and supplies
Important Details
- Schedule: Monday–Friday, 10:00 AM–3:00 PM
- Locations: Palatine, Arlington Heights, and Mount Prospect
About the Company
Tailchasers has been a leader in the pet care industry since 2004, offering management support and thorough training.
