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Windy City Paws is Chicagos top rated dog walking and petsitting company!. In 2017 and 2019, Windy City Paws received the Best Dog Walkers in Chicago award from the Chicago Reader. We have been providing individual dog walks, dog runs, cat visits and petsits in Chicago since 2009. We’re currently looking to hire a responsible animal lover to join our professional team to help us on the weekends as demand for summer weekend services has gone up significantly!
A Windy City Paws Weekend Dog Walker and Cat Sitter must be committed to providing our customers the highest level of careand, most importantly, have experience with and love being with dogs and cats!.
You MUST be available to work in all of our service areas, have a reliable form of transportation (car or all seasons biker) and be fully available on weekends for services between 8am-8pm. If you meet all criteria you will be guaranteed at least 15 hours per weekend with WCP. We also have other weekday opportunities if youre looking for additional compensation as well!
Responsibilities of Dog Walkers and Cat Sitters:
* Providing consistent care and enriching play time whether inside with cats or outside on walks with dogs for the full duration of the service time.
* Prepare the dog(s) per household to go outside with the appropriate gear provided by the client.
* Provide food, water, and medication as instructed by the client. NOTE: WCP provides training for any level of medication requested.
* Picking up after pets outside on walks, scooping litter, and cleaning up any accidents in the home.
* Commute to Windy City Paws service areas with a car.
If you are an all seasons biker, that would also be acceptable for this position.
Qualifications and Skills for this position:
* Must have weekend (Saturday & Sunday) availability between 10am-6pm excluding holidays.
* MUST have use of a CAR for weekends
* Be able to take on last minute services
* Be at least 21 years old.
* Be comfortable being outside in all sorts of weather.
* Have a smartphone or mobile device with WiFi and/or cellular data capabilities and daily internet access.
* Pass a background check before starting the position.
* Present Covid-19 Vaccination Card
Compensation:
* Pay during weekend hours (Sat/Sun 8am-8pm): $22.50/hr
Benefits and Perks of Working with Windy City Paws:
* Enjoy the perks of being an employee!
* Work for a company that cares about your safety. Learn more about WCPs COVID-19 Safety Protocols:
* Paid training when you onboard and continued education on dog and cat behavior and handling throughout your tenure with us!
* Enjoy benefits like Paid Time Off and 401k paycheck contributions.
* Work directly with the WCP’s Management Team. If you have a problem or need to give feedback, you’re dealing with a small team of great people.
* Work with people who are positive, upbeat, and committed to caring for dogs and other pets. And even better than the people, you’ll be working with amazing and lovable pets!
* Our online scheduling system lets you view your daily schedule and instructions/information for each pet.
Apply for Guaranteed 10 hours: Weekend & Evening Dog Walker/Cat Sitter- Chicago**
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List below any specialized training or other skills that you consider relevant to this position. Applicants Statement: I certify that the facts contained in this application are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any false statements, omissions or misrepresentations on this application or made during the employment process may be considered sufficient cause for rejection of this application or termination if I have been employed, no matter when discovered by the Company. I also understand and agree that all information is subject to verification.
I hereby authorize the Company to thoroughly investigate my background, references, employment record and other matters related to my suitability for employment if allowed by law. I understand that, depending on the position(s) for which I apply, I may be required to submit to a criminal background check report and/or a credit check after I receive a conditional offer of employment, and that I will receive a separate written notification regarding any such criminal background check report and/or credit check. I understand that I am no tobligated to disclose expunged or sealed records of conviction or arrest and that the mere fact of aconviction does not automatically disqualify me from employment. In addition, I hereby release the Company (including all of its employees, owners, agents, successors, assigns), former employers and all references listed above, from any and all claims, demands or liabilities arising out of or related to such investigation or disclosure.
I understand that nothing contained in this application, or conveyed during any interview which may be granted, is intended to create an employment contract. I further agree that if I am hired, my employment is at-will, meaning it is for no definite period and may be terminated at any time, without prior notice, at the option of either myself or the Company. I further understand that no representative of the Company, other than one of the Officers of the Company, has any authority at any time, to enter into any agreement of employment. I understand that if I am given an offer of employment, it is contingent upon my complying with the employment verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act.
If hired, I agree to abide by all Company work rules, policies and procedures relating to work performance and conduct. I understand that the Company will consider this application only for up to 30 days, and that I will have to complete a new application if I want to be considered for employment after that period of time. PLEASE STATE I AGREE IF YOU HAVE READ AND AGREED TO THE ABOVE STATEMENT. Signature and Verification
I certify that answers given herein are true, accurate, and complete to the best of my knowledge.
I authorize investigation into all statements I have made on this Form as may be necessary for reaching an employment decision. In the event I am employed, I understand that any false or misleading information I knowingly provided herein or in subsequent interviews may result in discharge and/or legal action. I understand that this Career History Form is not the sole basis from which a hiring decision has been made, and understand that this Form will be used in conjunction with a series of interviews and assessments to determine my suitability for the role to which I am applying.
Full Name Date: 1/20/2022
