Job Overview
Join our dynamic team as a Dog Groomer, where your passion for animals and exceptional grooming skills will shine! In this energetic role, you will provide top-quality grooming services to a variety of dogs, ensuring each pet looks and feels their best. Your expertise in pet coat styling, animal handling, and customer service will create a positive experience for both pets and their owners. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to combine your love for animals with a rewarding career in pet care.
Duties
- Perform comprehensive grooming services including bathing, brushing, trimming, and styling to meet each pet’s specific needs and owner preferences
- Handle dogs safely using animal restraint techniques and proper handling skills to ensure comfort and safety during grooming sessions
- Conduct pet nail trimming, ear cleaning, and other hygiene procedures with precision and care
- Communicate effectively with pet owners to understand grooming requests, provide updates, and offer pet care advice
- Maintain a clean and organized grooming station, including sanitation of tools and work area between appointments
- Assist with pet training or behavioral guidance as needed to facilitate grooming procedures
- Support veterinary staff with basic animal handling or care tasks if required, leveraging veterinary experience or veterinary technician background
Experience
- Proven experience in pet grooming, dog handling, or animal care roles such as veterinary technician or veterinary assistant
- Knowledge of dog training techniques and behavioral management strategies
- Familiarity with animal restraint methods and safe handling practices for various breeds and sizes
- Strong communication skills to interact confidently with pet owners and team members
- Ability to perform pet coat styling with attention to detail and an eye for aesthetics
- Physical ability to lift heavy pets or equipment as needed for grooming tasks
- Experience working with animals in veterinary or equine environments is a plus but not required
Join us in creating happy, well-groomed pets while delivering outstanding customer service! This role is perfect for passionate animal lovers eager to make a difference in the lives of pets and their owners every day.
Pay: $25.61 - $30.85 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Food provided
Work Location: In person
