Job Summary
Join our dynamic team as a Dog Groomer, where your passion for animals and talent for grooming come together to create happy, healthy, and beautifully cared-for pets. In this energetic role, you will provide professional grooming services that enhance each dog’s appearance and comfort, ensuring a positive experience for both pets and their owners. Your expertise in animal handling, pet grooming, and pet care will help foster a welcoming environment where every dog leaves feeling pampered and confident.
Duties
- Perform grooming services including bathing, brushing, trimming, clipping, and styling to meet breed standards and customer preferences
- Handle dogs with care and confidence, ensuring their safety and comfort throughout the grooming process
- Assess each pet’s health and behavior to identify any signs of illness or distress, communicating with veterinary staff as needed
- Maintain cleanliness of grooming tools and work areas to uphold hygiene standards
- Provide exceptional customer service by discussing grooming options, answering questions, and building lasting client relationships
- Assist with pet handling during check-in and check-out processes, ensuring a smooth experience for pet owners
- Support pet care routines such as nail trimming, ear cleaning, and skin health assessments
Qualifications
- Proven experience in pet grooming or related animal care roles such as veterinary technician or veterinary assistant experience
- Strong animal handling skills with the ability to manage dogs of various sizes and temperaments
- Knowledge of dog training techniques and behavior management strategies
- Familiarity with pet grooming tools, techniques, and breed-specific styling requirements
- Ability to perform animal restraint safely and effectively during grooming procedures
- Physical stamina for heavy lifting of dogs and standing for extended periods of time
- Excellent customer service skills with a friendly, professional demeanor
- Prior kennel experience or pet sitting background is a plus
- Additional experience in veterinary or animal care settings such as veterinary experience or equine experience is advantageous
Embark on a rewarding career where your love for animals makes a difference every day! We are committed to providing a supportive environment that values your skills and passion for pet care.
Pay: $25.07 - $30.19 per hour
Work Location: In person
