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 COVERAGE AREA: 33801,33803, 33811,33812,33813,33815, 33860,33830

  • We cover the Downtown Lakeland, South Lakeland, Mulberry and Bartow, Fl Areas.
  • Drive area includes from Downtown Lakeland, to County Line Road, SR 60 and Bartow Rd/Bartow
  • This is a great position for those who work from home with flexible work schedules, students, persons who can work random 30 minute or 1 hour visits throughout the day, who love the outdoors, who love pets + who are confident with animals! YOU get to choose your schedule!

Slogan : “Happy Pets, Happy People!”

ABAC Company Culture:
We Value Family.

Human, Furry, Feathered, or Scaled. We do not discriminate against any animals based on species, breed, gender or identity- and we don’t for humans either.

Use the ABAC‘s of ABAC:

  • A ttention to Details + Time Management
  • B etterment of the Human + Animal Bond
  • A uthenticity + Awesomeness Towards ALL
  • C omrades Over Competition

To Be:
Be Humble with Fellow Staff- Be Honest, Accountable + Trustworthy. Respect each others life experiences and knowledge. If you have to pause and think if an action or words are inappropriate- then they probably are.

Be Human to Clients – Clients are trusting us into their private homes with their living, breathing creatures. We must earn their trust with proper care + kindness.

Be Humane to Animals – Relaxed, Boundaries + Attention to Pets Needs are key to Happy Pets.

Team Members Description

  • ABAC pet care team members have a sincere desire to work in the animal industry as part of their long-term career goals. They are committed to continuing their education in the pet care industry and are flexible to new science based findings. They are experienced through paid, volunteer or personal pet experience.
  • All staff have access and participate in professional pet care certifications through a highly recognized third party company which is paid by Atta Boy! Consists of Pet Healthy + Wellness, Behaviors, Training, Equipment, Bite Prevention, Dog Walking, Hemp + CBD, Customer Service, Pet Breeds and First Aid.
  • All staff are comfortable using apps, internet, video, photos and social media for business purposes on a cellphone. Staff are willing to be in video + photo

 

TITLE: Pet Care Specialist TIER 1

A Pet Care Specialist provides peace of mind and freedom to pet families while knowing their pets are safe + well cared with our premier pet care services.

Job Description:

Locations: In clients homes throughout Downtown Lakeland, South Lakeland, Mulberry, +
Bartow Florida- you can choose your drive distance.

  • Availability must include holidays, + weekends on rotation.
  • Typical visit are for 30 minutes,1 hour+ visits
  • Typical Windows of Pet Care arrival are: AM (7am-9am) MIDDAY (11am-2pm or 11am-4pm),DINNER (4-6pm) and PM/BEDTIME (7-9pm) shifts Monday-Sunday.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are you hiring full or part time? What is the pay?

All positions are part time employee positions with an average of 0-20 hours per week. Pet Sitting is based on when clients work and travel- and that changes every week- so every week is different! Pay $18.00 – $23.00 per hour + 100% of any tips. All new hires start at $18/hr

Do you offer benefits?

  Yes!

Perks Include:

  • Holiday Pay + End of Year Bonuses
  • Unlimited Unpaid Vacation/Choose Your Schedule
  • Paid Trainings
  • Discount off Services
  • Free Swag- uniform, pet care goodies,and more
  • Over $400 in Pet Care Certifications provided
  • Employee Position- covered under protection of Bonding, Business Insurance, and Workman Compensation
  • Supplemental Insurance Access – Vision, Dental, Disability, Cancer, etc through Aflac
  • Opportunity to grow with a local, family owned company, including increased pay,Leadership and Management positions available.
  • Work Remotely
How do I get paid?

Bi-Weekly payroll, direct deposit to account(s) of your choice.

What are the education requirements?

 Certified Professional Pet Sitter- if not currently certified Company will pay for the certification fees for the new hire. New Hire must complete online certifications within the first 1 month/ 30 days virtual- flexible anytime via webinars . Total Time: 14 hours

What are the accountabilities of the employees at Atta Boy! ?

 

  • Build Trust + Relationships: We believe that personal accountability and ongoing effective communication are the keys to collective success.
  • Employ the Best People: We value leadership, work ethic, customer service + ingenuity in our employees so your work ethic attracts, retains, and develops others of the same mindset and values.
  • Create Good Vibes: We believe that positive energy is contagious and that creativity flourishes when fun and new ideas are valued. ABAC team members are encouraged to find fun and positivity in everything they do.
  • Radiate Passion: We know that Pet Sitting + Dog Walking is not just that,but providing peace of mind and freedom to pet owners. Which ultimately allows for more people to have pets, adopt pets and retain pets in their homes.
  • Show Courage: We don’t shy away from challenges and change, but instead see these opportunities to strive to be better.
  • Be Kind: We recognize best intentions and will be considerate and nice to others always.
Are you hiring full or part time? What is the pay?

All positions are part time employee positions with an average of 0-20 hours per week. Pet Sitting is based on when clients work and travel- and that changes every week- so every week is different! Pay $18.00 – $23.00 per hour + 100% of any tips. All new hires start at $18/hr

Do you offer benefits?

  Yes!

Perks Include:

  • Holiday Pay + End of Year Bonuses
  • Unlimited Unpaid Vacation/Choose Your Schedule
  • Paid Trainings
  • Discount off Services
  • Free Swag- uniform, pet care goodies,and more
  • Over $400 in Pet Care Certifications provided
  • Employee Position- covered under protection of Bonding, Business Insurance, and Workman Compensation
  • Supplemental Insurance Access – Vision, Dental, Disability, Cancer, etc through Aflac
  • Opportunity to grow with a local, family owned company, including increased pay,Leadership and Management positions available.
  • Work Remotely
How do I get paid?

Bi-Weekly payroll, direct deposit to account(s) of your choice.

What are the education requirements?

 Certified Professional Pet Sitter- if not currently certified Company will pay for the certification fees for the new hire. New Hire must complete online certifications within the first 1 month/ 30 days virtual- flexible anytime via webinars . Total Time: 14 hours

What are the accountabilities of the employees at Atta Boy! ?

 

  • Build Trust + Relationships: We believe that personal accountability and ongoing effective communication are the keys to collective success.
  • Employ the Best People: We value leadership, work ethic, customer service + ingenuity in our employees so your work ethic attracts, retains, and develops others of the same mindset and values.
  • Create Good Vibes: We believe that positive energy is contagious and that creativity flourishes when fun and new ideas are valued. ABAC team members are encouraged to find fun and positivity in everything they do.
  • Radiate Passion: We know that Pet Sitting + Dog Walking is not just that,but providing peace of mind and freedom to pet owners. Which ultimately allows for more people to have pets, adopt pets and retain pets in their homes.
  • Show Courage: We don’t shy away from challenges and change, but instead see these opportunities to strive to be better.
  • Be Kind: We recognize best intentions and will be considerate and nice to others always.
Are there minimum qualifications?

Yes,

  • Ability to walk 2 mile in 30 minutes, lift 30 lbs, to bend, stoop, and reach in order to perform pet care duties.
  • Must be comfortable to take and be in video + photo and edit on cell phone
  • Knowledge or willingness for continued education in animal care.
  • Must be flexible to ‘think on your feet’ + willing to work in a diverse and energetic environment.
  • Ability to work effectively in varied venues + think on your feet.
  • Personal automobile that can carry an animal, if needed in emergency required
  • Documentation of required automobile insurance, license + safe driving record.
  • Personal smart phone with data plan required.
  • Acceptance of policies, safety procedures + the “secret sauce” of ABAC
  • No discrimination of animal or human: species, breed, color, sexual orientation, work purpose, identity, etc
  • Pass criminal background check
  • Ability to work varying schedules based on your availability and when clients schedule their needs.
What does a Pet Care Specialist actually do?

 

Simple Answer, a little bit of everything. More Complex answer:

  • Review each clients pet portal for all care, behavior and home needs.
  • Arrive to visits during our flexible or customized Morning, Midday, Dinner + Bedtime visit windows.
  • Complete tasks and care routines of pets and home provided by the company, to fulfill the clients needs.
  • Create + complete client update after each visit using our online portal with appropriate grammar that encompasses all important information client may want/need and to provide them peace of mind knowing visits were completed successfully.
  • Maintain clear and positive written and verbal communication with management+ other team members.
  • Collaborate with other team member to complete pet care services .
  • Participate in the development of yearly financial goals for yourself + the company.
  • Perform special assignments and/or other duties as assigned by management.
What species of animals do you care for?

   If it is legal to own, we care for it! Our most common pets include cats, dogs, + chickens. But we also care for birds, exotics, pocket pets, reptiles, amphibians, bugs and farm animals.

Do I have to care for aggressive animals?

 No, we do not care for pets that have human based aggression.