The Dog Nanny Grooming Salon is looking for a part-time, experienced grooming assistant to join our pack! Our newly renovated, kennel-free salon has recently relocated to the heart of Andover. This is a face-paced role, ideal for those who enjoy staying active and busy!
*Applicants MUST have prior experience assisting in a grooming salon OR professional dog-care experience *, must be at least 18 years old with a reliable means of transportation, and must display a clear passion for four legged friends.
Responsibilities:
- Assist groomers with bathing, drying, and brushing dogs
- Handle and restrain animals during grooming
- Maintain a clean work space throughout the day
-Cleaning (vacuuming, mopping, sanitizing stations, taking out trash, etc).
Additional Requirements:
- Treat dogs with patience, kindness and respect.
- Be in good health and physically able to stand on your feet for an 8 hour shift and lift a minimum of 50lbs. safely on your own.
- Be available during our hours of operation, M-F from 8am to 5pm, as well as every other Saturday from 8am-5pm.
- Be willing and able to pass a background check.
- Display an understanding of the importance of punctuality when working by appointment.
- Be comfortable working closely with dogs of all breeds and sizes.
- Possess excellent face-to-face customer service skills.
- Have basic computer skills.
- Excel in time management.
- Be self-motivated.
- Must exhibit the ability to multi-task at a proficient level.
- Comfortable working in a fast paced environment.
- Show a willingness to work well with others as a team.
-Looking for a career in animal care.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Experience:
- Grooming Salon: 1 year (Preferred)
- Professional Dog-Care or Dog Handling: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Andover, MA 01810 (Required)
Work Location: In person
