Groomer - Wag N Wash
About The Position
Do you understand that cats and dogs are more than just pets - they're cherished members of your family? Besides making pets look fabulous, our Groomers are also comforters, great listeners and problem solvers. They’re like-minded pet lovers whose passion is obvious in their work. We are looking for Experienced Groomers to join our pack! Sign-on bonus for New Groomer hires with 1+ years of experience! To give our furry clients the ultimate “spaw day” experience, we need groomers that can: Provide grooming services, like brushing, bathing, and conditioning for pets Groom and style pets per owners’ instruction and/or according to breed standards Follow all company safety policies to keep you and our neighbor’s pets safe Develop long-term relationships with neighbors by understanding their needs and recommending products and services that will keep their pet healthy and happy Community outreach to attract new neighbors into our store Successful completion of safety training certification Utilize the instore scheduling tool and assist neighbors in booking appointments Perform routine cleaning to keep the grooming environment fun and inviting
Requirements
- A High school diploma or GED.
- 1-year or more of grooming experience with formal training certification and/or experience under an established certified groomer.
- Have excellent communication skills
- Have exceptional Customer Service skills
- Ensure that all pets are safe during the grooming process
- Be able to cut to AKC Breed Standards and perform skills such as carding and hand stripping (training is available)
- Have a sound understanding of animal behavior
- Earn commission consistently
- Ability to move or lift merchandise, equipment or pets weighing up to 50 pounds
- Be able to stand, bend or stoop for extended periods of time
- Ability to provide your own equipment (clippers/blades/scissors/etc.)
- Candidates must be flexible in working evenings, weekends and holidays
- Candidates must pass the drug screening (in applicable states) and be 18 years or older
Nice To Haves
- You’re an excellent listener and communicator who can help pet parents with their concerns, wants, and needs.
- You’re a self-starter who can work independently and collaboratively when necessary.
- You’re a detail-oriented master at planning, prioritizing and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- You’re no stranger to adhering to safety standards as demonstrated by your ability to work safely.
Responsibilities
- Provide grooming services, like brushing, bathing, and conditioning for pets
- Groom and style pets per owners’ instruction and/or according to breed standards
- Follow all company safety policies to keep you and our neighbor’s pets safe
- Develop long-term relationships with neighbors by understanding their needs and recommending products and services that will keep their pet healthy and happy
- Community outreach to attract new neighbors into our store
- Successful completion of safety training certification
- Utilize the instore scheduling tool and assist neighbors in booking appointments
- Perform routine cleaning to keep the grooming environment fun and inviting
Benefits
- 50% Commission or Hourly Rate
- Training & Career Growth
- Paid Time Off (Full-Time)
- Medical, Dental & Vision Plans (Full-Time)
- Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts (Full-Time)
- Employee Discounts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
