Professional Driver / Dog Handler

San Carlos, CA

Part Time

Entry Level

Vicki's Little Rascals!

We seek individuals with professional driving experience to join our doggy daycare team! Are you an experienced driver with a love for dogs? This role combines professional driving skills, dog handling, customer service, and technology use. If you have experience in roles that require safe driving and excellent communication skills, we want to hear from you. This position requires a passion for working with animals and a concierge level of customer service. We are a 5-star doggy daycare beloved for our strict safety procedures, safe transport, customer service, and professionalism.

About Us

Rascal Ranch is a custom-built, secure five-acre playground designed to meet the specific needs and personalities of our Rascals. As a Rascal Wrangler, you'll become an integral part of our team, forming lasting connections with the dogs, their owners, and your fellow team members.

Schedule

Operating hours: 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Shifts: 6.5 to 8 hours in length
No evenings, weekends, or holidays

Consistent availability required:

Monday to Friday or Tuesday to Friday
30-40 hours per week
Optional additional work for candidates with fence building, repair, and handiwork experience (up to 5 hours per month)
Optional house-sitting services available for supplemental income

Location

Ranch: Pacifica
Company vehicles: Belmont and San Carlos
Client Service areas: Belmont, Burlingame, El Granada, Foster City, Half Moon Bay, Hillsborough, Millbrae, Montara, Redwood City, San Carlos, and San Mateo

Compensation & Perks

$23.50 - $24.50 / hour (start at $23.50, move to $24.50 after successful 90-day probation)

$2900 - $3400 / month (depending on business needs and availability/performance)

30-36 hours per week
Paid on-the-job training in dog care, including Dog Handling and Pack Management, Dog courses, First Aid, and CPR certifications
401(k) retirement plan
Consistent schedules and dependable income
Fun and supportive team that celebrates holidays and birthdays!

Responsibilities

Safely transport dogs to and from their homes to Rascal Ranch
Ensure dogs feel comfortable and secure during transportation
Oversee off-leash play, promoting safe behavior and teaching doggy manners
Observe and understand dog play and communication, adjusting groups for a comfortable environment
Capture daily pictures of the dogs for their parents
Provide a five-star customer service experience for our clients
Support teammates at the ranch and provide coverage when needed
Maintain punctuality and excellent attendance

Ideal Candidate

At least five years of driving experience
At least one year driving vans or larger vehicles for work (minivans or small cargo vans)
Prior professional driving experience with companies like UPS, FedEx, Amazon, USPS is highly valued
Professional driver training is a huge asset
Comfortable around animals of all shapes and sizes, with a willingness to learn about dog handling and safety
Technologically savvy, with the ability to use Slack, client portals, and navigation software
Strong communication skills and attention to detail, ensuring smooth operations and clear reporting
Positive mindset with a team-player attitude, contributing to a collaborative environment
Exceptional attendance, reliability, and a strong work ethic
Comfortable and confident interacting with clients during pick-up and drop-off
Patience and a great attitude, able to handle excited dogs and occasional barking

Vicki's Little Rascals is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusivity and people-first culture. Join us, learn, grow, and create amazing experiences for our clients and their dogs.

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What interested you in this opportunity, and why would you be an excellent addition to our team?

Are you comfortable with all breeds, ages, and temperaments? Our work involves walking dogs on-leash, handling dogs off-leash, and helping dogs go in and out of crates.*

Do you have a valid California driver's license with five years of safe driving history? Our work involves transporting multiple dogs using minivans and larger panel vans.*

This is a year-round position. Are you comfortable working outside and traveling in all four seasons? If the position meets your expectations, are you able to commit to this position for 12 consecutive months?*

What are your monthly gross salary expectations for this position? Do you have a salary range you can share? What would be your preferred minimum and maximum working hours per week? Please be as detailed as possible.*

When are you consistently available to work? Our business hours are 8:00 am to 6:30 pm, Monday-Friday. Shifts are normally 6.5 to 8 hours long.*

Please describe your professional driving experience. What kinds of vehicles have you driven, and what type of driving were you doing (city, suburb)? Were you involved in deliveries, pickups, or service roles?*

This position will require you to walk, transport, and monitor multiple dogs in an outdoor environment. Some dogs may require your assistance loading and unloading from the van (lifting up to 80lbs.). While picking up and dropping off dogs from client homes, you may encounter clients, the general public, steep driveways, slippery steps, and traffic.

At the ranch, you may encounter uneven terrain, gopher holes, and dirt. You will be required to pick up animal waste and move water jugs between zones. Conditions at client homes and at the ranch may be windy, foggy, rainy, muddy, or bright sunshine. Can you perform all the duties in the job description?*

Can you perform all the duties in the job description?*

Clients may request services on short notice. To help facilitate these types of requests (especially in animal health or other emergency situations) may we please have your current address or your nearest major intersection (including the zip code)?*

If considered for the position, you will need to provide proof that you are at least 21 years of age and are legally authorized to work in the United States. You will also need to submit information for a criminal history background check, motor vehicle records check, work history verification, and provide professional references. Do you understand and agree to these requirements?*

Vicki's Little Rascals may need to contact you via telephone, text, email, and conduct recorded virtual meetings. You may receive a text from 855-925-5376 with questions regarding your application. You can text “STOP” if you wish to stop text messages from the company. To follow up on your application, please email [email protected] (include your name and the position/location of the opportunity you applied to).

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