Dog Walker $27-$35/hr + Company Van + Best Job in SF

  • San Francisco, California
  • Full Time
PROFESSIONAL DOG WALKER LEADER OF THE PACK
Who Let The Dogs Out! | San Francisco, CA | Full Time

Compensation: $27-$35 hourly depending on experience
Schedule: Full Time: Monday Friday, 8:30am 3:00pm
Commitment: Minimum 1 year
Must be a current San Francisco resident with clean driving record

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ABOUT US

For over 23 years, Who Let The Dogs Out! has been San Francisco's trusted name in professional dog walking. We specialize in white paw service with pickups, transportation and park time where we give our pups the adventure-filled breaks they deserve. We've built something special here and we take that seriously. Now we're looking for our next Leader of the Pack to grow with us. We will fully train the right person but make no mistake, this is a hard, physically demanding, and deeply rewarding role.

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A DAY IN YOUR LIFE

8:30am Check our Slack channel to see which dogs are attending play group, confirm the day's roster with owners, and plan your pickup route in our company-supplied van.

Group 1 Pickup Enter homes and offices professionally, leash up your first group of 68 dogs, safely load them into the van, and transport them to an off-leash park in the downtown area.

2-Hour Outing Supervise off-leash play, manage group dynamics, and make sure every dog is safe, happy, and having the time of their life.

Drop-off & Group 2 Return group one, then head back out to pick up your second group of 68 dogs for their 2-hour adventure.

By 3:00pm All pups safely returned, vehicle maintained and secured. Another great day done.
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YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
- Safely drive a large company-supplied van through San Francisco for daily pickups and drop-offs
- Enter all environments professionally and handle 68 dogs per group with confidence and care
- Supervise off-leash play groups, proactively managing safety and group dynamics at all times
- Communicate daily with headquarters and dog owners via Slack, text, phone or email attendance confirmations, updates, and any incidents
- Maintain the company vehicle in clean, professional condition it's our brand on wheels
- Represent Who Let The Dogs Out! with professionalism and warmth in every community interaction
- Problem-solve calmly and quickly no two days with dogs are ever exactly the same

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WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING
- Must currently live in San Francisco
- Valid California driver's license with a clean driving record
- Comfortable and confident driving a large van in the city
- Endless love for dogs this isn't just a job, it's a calling
- Physical stamina you'll be on your feet for hours, in all weather conditions
- Strong communication skills clear, timely, and professional with clients and our team
- Smartphone proficiency Slack, messaging apps, and navigation are part of your daily workflow
- Problem-solving mindset calm, quick, and decisive when the unexpected happens
- Ability to commit to a minimum of one year we invest in training you; we ask you to invest in us

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WHAT WE OFFER
- Company-supplied van we provide the vehicle so you can focus on the dogs
- Full paid training we'll set you up for success with everything you need to know
- Extra income potential earn additional income through our overnight boarding program and client referral program
- A well-established, respected brand with 23 years of loyal clients in the heart of SF
- The best coworkers in the world dozens of very good dogs, every single day

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A NOTE FROM US

We want to be upfront: this is a hard job. You'll be on your feet for hours, managing a van full of excited dogs through the streets of San Francisco, communicating with busy professionals, and showing up every single day with energy and care. It is also one of the most joyful jobs you'll ever have. We take our brand, our clients, and our dogs seriously and we're looking for someone who will too. If that's you, we can't wait to hear from you.

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HOW TO APPLY
Send your resume and a short note about your experience with dogs and why this role is the right fit for you to:

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Tell us about a dog you love bonus points guaranteed. We review applications on a rolling basis.

Who Let The Dogs Out! is an equal opportunity employer. San Francisco, CA.

Job ID: 522956474
Originally Posted on: 5/29/2026

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