Pet Waste Technician (Part-Time, starting at $17.13–$22/hr depending on location + experience) – Seattle/Shoreline/Burien Area
Can Doo Pet Waste Service is Seattle’s friendliest and fastest-growing pet waste removal company-and we’re hiring! If you’ve got a great attitude, enjoy working outside, and aren’t above scooping poop to make pet parents’ lives easier, this could be the perfect part-time role for you.
About the Job
You’ll drive from home to homes and businesses in King County to clean up dog waste, interact with pups, and leave properties spotless. Waste stays on-site in the customer’s bin. You’ll carry your rake, scooper, bags, and sanitizer (all provided by us). This is active, independent, outdoor work that gives you fresh air, flexibility, and lots of steps. Starting at $17.13–$22/hr.
Responsibilities
- Follow route and job details via our mobile app
- Scoop and bag dog waste in residential yards and commercial properties
- Leave bags in the customer’s bin (you do not haul waste)
- Lock gates securely (photo confirmation required)
- Maintain clear communication with the Can Doo team
- Work outdoors in all weather—rain, heat, cold, and wind
- Help with marketing like door hangers and yard signs
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Positive attitude and willingness to do dirty work with pride
- Reliable personal vehicle for the first 90 days (mileage reimbursed)
- Finalists will undergo a driving record review and criminal background check after a conditional offer of employment is made.
- Must be 18 or older
- Smartphone with GPS
- Responsible, reliable, detail-oriented (we scoop every pile!), and communicative
- Be able to physically work on foot for several hours in all types of back yard terrain. We scoop in grass, rocks, flower beds, patios. We scoop everywhere including under trampolines!
- Able to lift up to 40 pounds (some dogs poop A LOT)
- You must be an early riser, we start at 7AM most of the year.
- Able to work in rain as well as heat and cold. We work as long as it is safe!
After 90 days: A Can Doo company vehicle may be provided.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience with landscaping, delivery, or field-based work
- Outdoor work experience
- Experience working with dogs
- Experience route driving or keeping on a tight schedule with high attention to detail
Compensation & Benefits
- Starting at $17.13–$22/hr depending on location + experience
- Mileage reimbursement during probation
- Paid sick leave
- Referral bonuses
- Positive review and no-complaint bonuses
- Uniform provided (Can Doo shirt, hat, and all gear)
- Company vehicle may be provided after 90 days
- Growth opportunities as we expand
Schedule
- Currently hiring for part time with full time possible in the future
This is a great fit for someone looking for a flexible, part-time opportunity with the potential to grow into more hours.
How to Apply
Apply now via Indeed with a brief intro + resume. We’re hiring immediately and can’t wait to meet the right person.
Let’s show Seattle what a Can Doo attitude really looks like.
Hours worked within Seattle city limits are paid at the current Seattle minimum wage (currently $21.30/hr) or higher.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $17.13 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- On-the-job training
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Referral program
Application Question(s):
- Briefly tell us why you're interested. Anything we should know about you that could make this a good fit?
- I am an early riser and understand routes usually start around 7am year round. Confirm Yes/No:
- My availability to work or restrictions on days/time I cannot work are:
- Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a motor vehicle records check and a criminal background investigation, which will be conducted after a conditional offer of employment. Do you understand? Confirm Yes/No:
- Do you own a smartphone with a reliable data plan capable of running our route management and GPS apps for the duration of your shift? Confirm Yes/No:
- This position requires being added to our commercial auto insurance policy before driving our vehicles. To your knowledge, is there any reason you would be ineligible for coverage (e.g., lack of a valid WA driver's license or major recent traffic violations)?
- Do you have access to a reliable personal vehicle that you are willing and able to use for daily service routes for the first 90 days of employment? (Mileage will be reimbursed). Confirm Yes/No:
- Our routes begin at 7:00 AM sharp in most weather conditions. Are you able to consistently start work at this time? "I love dogs, am okay working outside in the rain + heat+ cold, and enjoy active/ independent work." Confirm Yes/No:
License/Certification:
- driver’s license and clean driving record (Required)
Work Location: On the road