Bather

Village Pet Care LLC • Mount Pleasant, SC

5d

About The Position

My Three Dogs West Coleman is seeking a friendly, dependable, detail-oriented pet bather who is compassionate toward animals and committed to providing a safe, comfortable spa experience. The role includes bathing, brushing, and nail trims for dogs of varied sizes and coat types, while supporting professional grooming staff and helping maintain a clean, organized workspace.

The bather will develop familiarity with grooming products, tools, techniques, and dogs’ care needs. Responsibilities also include following safety protocols and using approved restraint techniques and PPE; scheduling appointments and recording services and invoices in kennel software; consulting and communicating with pet parents; and helping with other facility duties when bathing appointments are not scheduled. The position requires teamwork, a service-first attitude, and a willingness to learn. Starting pay is $15.00 per hour, with potential tips on services performed.

Requirements

• Work well with others to ensure appointments are completed and guests are cared for.
• Communicate promptly and effectively with team members, groomers, management, and pet parents.
• Be comfortable using computers and technology and learning and operating kennel software.
• Have a flexible schedule and be willing to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Use careful observation to assess pets’ needs and report issues as they arise.
• Be eager to learn and expand skills and knowledge.
• Love animals and be comfortable with dogs of all sizes and breeds.
• Be able to stand and work upright for multiple hours, lift and handle dogs of all sizes, and remain active throughout the shift.

Nice To Haves

• Previous pet-care or animal experience is preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic bathing and grooming services, including bathing, brushing, and nail trims, for dogs of various sizes and coat types.
• Support professional grooming staff by bathing their dogs and providing assistance when needed.
• Learn about grooming products, tools, techniques, and their appropriate uses, and expand knowledge of dog care and grooming needs.
• Provide services that return dogs to their owners clean, healthy, and comfortable.
• Use approved restraint techniques and PPE and follow established safety protocols.
• Book appointments and record services and invoices in kennel software.
• Consult with pet parents about bathing services and recommend services based on each dog’s condition and coat type.
• Call and communicate with pet parents about their dogs’ services and any issues encountered during appointments.
• Keep workspaces clean, disinfected, organized, and ready for upcoming appointments.
• Perform other facility duties as needed, including laundry, front-office help, monitoring play spaces, and cleaning.

Benefits

• Potential tips on services performed.
• Discounted daycare and boarding for employees’ dogs.
• Medical, vision, and dental plans for full-time employees.
• 401(k) for full-time employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed